2.7Expansion cards
2.7.1Installing expansion cards
The system comes with two PCI Express x16 slots (x8 link), one PCI Express x1 slot (x1 link), one
Ensure to unplug the power cable before installing or removing an expansion card. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motherboard and other system components!
To install an expansion card
1.Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2.Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface.
3.Select the slot that you intend to use, and then remove the knock down metal cover.
4.Slightly push down the expansion card lock to unlock it from the chassis.
5.Lift the expansion card lock by following the direction of the arrow in the right figure.
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