5.Once the connector pins are sitting in the connector slot, push the card downward firmly (but carefully) to fully insert it as shown in Figure 4-4.If the card does not go in smoothly, do not force it-pull it all the way out and try again, being sure to keep it straight.

Figure 4-d.Inserting an option card

6.Secure the card’s metal retaining bracket to the back of the computer with the retaining screw. The piece of foam in the main unit’s cover holds long option cards in place at the free end.

7.Keep the card’s packing materials in case you need to remove the card later.Removing an access slot cover

Some option cards come with outlets for external devices (like a mouse or a monitor), while others work with devices inside the Equity Il. If the option card you installed has a connector for an external device, you need to remove the appropriate access slot cover on the back panel.

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