Adding Parts 75
Adding Cards CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the
safety instructions on page 9.
1Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 30).
2Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and
attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer,
turn them off now.
NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then
unplug it from the network wall jack.
3Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.
4Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and
then press the power button to ground the system board.
CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from
the electrical outlet before opening the cover.
5Remove the computer cover (see page 71).
NOTICE: Before touching anything inside your computer, ground yourself by touching an
unpainted metal surface, such as the metal at the back of the computer. While you work,
periodically touch an unpainted metal surface to dissipate any static electricity that could harm
internal components.
6Lay the computer on its side so that the system board is on the bottom of the inside of
the computer.
7Unscrew and remove th e filler bracket fo r the card slot you w ant to use.
filler bracket