2securing tab
3PCI Express x16 card slot
NOTICE: Ensure that you release the securing tab to seat the card. If the card is not installed correctly, you may damage the system board.
9.Gently pull the securing tab (if present) and place the card in the connector. Press down firmly and ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.
10.Before you rotate the card retainer back into place, ensure that:
•The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.
•The notch in the top of each card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.
NOTE: For extra security, remove the alignment guide (an
1bracket inside of slot
2bracket caught outside of slot
3fully seated card
4not fully seated card
NOTICE: Do not route card cables behind the cards. Cables routed behind the cards could cause damage to the equipment.
11.Connect any cables that should be attached to the card.
See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections.
12.Rotate the card retainer back into its original position; push its tip so that its tab clicks into place.
1release tab
2card retainer
13.Press the card retention device back into its original position; push it down until it clicks into place.
