156 Installing System Components
Figure 3-18. Removing and Installing the Expansion Card
Installing the Expansion Card CAUTION: Expansion cards can only be installed in the slots on the expansion
card riser. Do not attempt to install expansion cards directly into the riser
connector on the system board.
1
Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation. For instructions,
see the documentation accompanying the card.
2
Hold the card by its edges, position the card so that the card edge
connector aligns with the expansion card riser connector on the front
cover. See Figure3-18.
3
Insert the card edge connector firmly into the riser connector until the
card is fully seated.
4
Replace the screw securing the expansion card. See Figure3-18.
5
If applicable, connect any cables to the expansion card.
6
Replace the front cover. See "Installing the Front Cover" on page139.
7
Replace the sled. See "Installing a Sled" on page 134.
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