11. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover), reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
12. If you installed a sound card:
a. Enter system setup, select System Configuration® Miscellaneous Devices, and change the Audio setting to Disabled. (See Entering System
Setup).
b. Connect external audio devices to the sound card's connectors. Do not connect external audio devices to the microphone, speaker/headphone,
or line-in connectors on the back panel of the computer.
13. If you installed a network adapter card and want to turn off the integrated network adapter:
a. Enter system setup, select System Configuration® Integrated NIC, and change the setting to Disabled (see Entering System Setup).
b. Connect the network cable to the network adapter card's connectors. Do not connect the network cable to the integrated network connector on
the back panel of the computer.
14. Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation.
Removing a PCI Card
1. Follow the procedures in Working on Your Computer.
2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
3. Gently rotate lift the release tab on the card-retention latch.
4. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.
5. If you are replacing a PCI Express x16 card, remove the installed card by gently pulling the release lever away from the card until you release the
securing tab from the dent in the card.
CAUTION: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.
CAUTION: If you disable the integrated network adapter, you will not have AMT functionality.
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system board connector
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