7If you are removing a card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.

NOTE: Installing filler brackets in empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer and maintain the airflow that cools your computer.

8Before you close the card retention mechanism, ensure:

The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment guide.

The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.

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9Secure the card(s) by closing the card retention latch and snapping it into place.

10Replace the riser-card cage:

a Align the tabs in the side of the riser-card cage with the slots on the side of the computer, and slide the riser-card cage down into place.

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