2.5Expansion slot

2.5.1Installing an expansion card to the riser card bracket

The barebone server comes with a riser card bracket. You need to remove the bracket if you want to install a PCI Express expansion card.

To install a PCI Express expansion card:

1.Firmly hold the riser card bracket, then pull it up to detach it from the PCI Express x16 slot on the motherboard.

2.Place the riser card bracket on a flat and stable surface, then remove the screw from the slot bay.

PCI Express x16 slot

3.Install a PCI Express expansion card to the bracket as shown, then secure the card with a screw.

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