4Press the release tab on the card retention cover and pivot the cover open.

NOTE: You can remove the card retention cover, if desired, and set it aside.

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5Remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening, if necessary.

6Prepare the 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 electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.

NOTE: The standard length for a PCI card in the last PCI slot (Slot6) is 5.5 in; however, you can install a 3/4-length PCI card (up to 10.5 in) by removing the second hard drive bay bracket.

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