Installing an expansion card, Mini-PCIe slot

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI Express, mini-PCIe and mini-PCIe/ mini-SATA Slots)

There is 1 PCI Express slot, 1 mini-PCIe slot and 1 mini-PCIe/mini-SATA slot on this motherboard.

PCIE slot: PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width graphics cards.

mini-PCIe slot:

MINI_PCIE2 (mini-PCIe slot; half size) is used for PCI Express mini cards.

mini-PCIe/mini-SATA slot:

MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe/mini-SATA slot; full size) is used for PCI Ex- press mini cards or mSATA cards.

Installing an expansion card

Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation.

Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis).

Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws for later use.

Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot.

Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

Step 6. Replace the system cover.