NOTICE: Do not route card cables over the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment.

10.Replace the riser-card cage:

a.Align the tabs in the side of the riser-card cage with the slots on the side of the computer, and slide the riser-card cage down into place.

b.Ensure that the riser-card connectors are fully seated in the connectors on the system board.

c.Rotate the riser-card cage handle to the down position.

1 riser-card cage

2 slots

3 riser cards (2)

4system board connectors (2)

11.Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

12.Uninstall the card's driver. See the documentation that came with the card for instructions.

13.If you removed a sound card:

a.Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio from the Onboard Devices group, and change the setting to On (see System Setup).

b.Connect external audio devices to the audio connectors on the back panel of the computer.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the computer.

14.If you removed a network-adapter card connector:

a.Enter system setup, select Integrated NIC from the Onboard Devices group, and change the setting to On (see System Setup).

b.Connect the network cable to the integrated network connector on the back panel of the computer.

PS/2 Serial Port Adapters

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.

Installing a PS/2 Serial Port Adapter

1.Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.

2.Gently lift the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside to pivot the latch open. Pivot the latch until it snaps into the open position.

3.Remove the filler bracket (if applicable).

NOTE: See the documentation that came with the adapter for information on configuring the adapter, making internal connections, or customizing it for your computer.

4. Align the PS/2 serial-port adapter bracket in the retention slot and press down firmly. Ensure that the adapter is fully seated in the slot.

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