Insert the Card into the Slot

To install the adapter into its slot, proceed asfollows:

1.Inspect the %-pin connector at the back of the slot on the backplane. Ensure that there are no bent pins.

2.With both hands,grasp the card by its edgesor faceplate. Do not touch electronic components or electrical traces.

3.Insert the card into the slot. Be sure the card is properly aligned with the card guideson the slot divider and cardcagewall.

4.Ensure that the extractor levers are flush against the faceplate (in other words, not protruding out).

5.Slide the card ail the way into the cardcageuntil it reachesthe backplane connector. Be sure that card components are not obstructed in any way.

6.Pressfirmly on the extractor levers (or on the faceplate) until you feel the card slide fully into place.

CAUTION

The useof excessivepressure maydamagethe card and the backplane.

 

If you feel resistance,check for obstructions, and reverify that the

 

connector pins are straight. Ensure that the card is correctly engagedin

 

the card guides. If the problem persists,get help.

7.Once the card is fully seatedin its slot, usea screwdriver to engageand tighten the two retaining screwson the faceplate. These screwssecurethe card to the cardcage.

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HP 28642A manual Insert the Card into the Slot, Card guides. If the problem persists,get help