Figure 3-18. Expansion Slots

1

2

3

4

5

1

SLOT_5

- PCI 32-bit,

2

SLOT_4

- PCI-X 64-bit,

3 SLOT_3 - PCI-X 64-bit,

 

33-MHz (5-V)

 

133-MHz (3.3-V)

133-MHz (3.3-V)

4

SLOT_2

- x1 lane width

5

SLOT_1

- x8 lane width

 

 

PCI-Express

 

PCI-Express

 

Installing an Expansion Card

CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the components inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide for complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer, and protecting against electrostatic discharge.

1Unpack the expansion card, and prepare it for installation.

For instructions, see the documentation that accompanied the card.

2Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet.

3Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 43.

4Remove the filler bracket from the expansion slot.

5Install the expansion card. See Figure 3-19.

a Position the expansion card so that the card-edge connector aligns with the expansion-card connector on the system board.

b Insert the card-edge connector firmly into the expansion-card connector until the card is fully seated.

c Install the screw that secures the expansion-card bracket to the back panel.

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