Installing PCI expansion cards

Installing PCI expansion cards

Use the following chart to determine the PCI slot into which you should install your expansion card.

This server does not have PCI hot-plug capability. Do not attempt to

Caution install or remove a PCI card without turning off your server and disconnecting it from the AC power source.

PCI slot

Description

 

 

1

PCI Express - x1

 

 

2

PCI Express - x8

 

 

3

PCI - Runs at 32-bits

 

 

4

PCI Express - x4

 

 

5

PCI - Runs at 32-bits

 

 

PCI slot 1

PCI slot 2

PCI slot 3

PCI slot 4

PCI slot 5

To replace, add, or reseat a PCI expansion card:

1 Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 29.

2 Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 30.

3 If you are replacing a card, disconnect any cables that are attached to the old card.

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