5.Remove and retain the screw securing the expansion port cover to the rear cover. Keep the port cover for reinstallation in case you ever need to remove the card (see Figure 34).

Figure 34: Installing an Expansion Card6.Firmly insert the edge of the expansion card into the slot.

7.After seating the card firmly, secure it to the chassis by installing the screw you removed in Step 5 through the mounting bracket at the end of the card.

8.If required, connect cables to the card (see card documentation for proper jumper settings and cable orientation)

9.Close the case, as described in “Closing the system” on page 8.

10.Reconnect the power cord and turn on the system.

It may be necessary to reconfigure your system after installing some expansion cards. You may also need to install software that came with the card. Check the card documentation for additional information.

Important!

For full length cards, make certain that the end of the card is aligned with the correct slot in the card guide. When the card is fully inserted, the plastic retaining clip will snap back out to hold the end of the card in position.

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