130 Removing and Installing Parts
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If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove
the card.
If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.
• For PCI card, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its
connector.
• For PCI Express card, pull the securing tab, grasp the card by its top
corners, and then ease it out of its connector.
NOTE: The position of the card shown in the illustration is indicative and may vary
from the original.
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Prepare the new card for installation.
See the documentation that came with the card for information on
configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise
customizing it for your computer.
CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they
are connected to a network. To guard against likelihood of electric shock,
laceration by moving fan blades or other unexpected injuries, be sure to unplug
your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.
1PCI Express x16 card 2securing tab 3PCI Express x1 card
4PCI Express x1 card slot 5PCI Express x16 card slot
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