Installing Add-In Cards

At some point, you may want to add a PCI or AGP card to the computer to accommodate a new component, such as a scanner, or to upgrade an existing card.

Warning: Do not overload the system by installing add-in cards that draw excessive current. The system is designed to provide 2 amps (average) of +5 V power for each board/card in the computer. The total +5 V current draw in a fully loaded system (one with all add- in card slots filled) must not exceed the total number of slots multiplied by

2 amps.

Avertissement : Ne surchargez pas l’ordinateur en installant des cartes d’extension qui consomment beaucoup de courant. L’ordinateur est conçu pour fournir un courant de 2 ampères (en moyenne), +5 volts, à chaque carte installée sur l’ordinateur. La consommation totale de courant de +5 V sur un ordinateur entièrement chargé (dont tous les logements de cartes sont occupés) ne doit pas excéder le nombre total de supports multiplié par

2 ampères.

To add or replace an add-in card:

1Turn off the computer and all peripherals.

2Disconnect the modem/phone cable.

3Disconnect the power cord and all other attached cables (such as the keyboard, mouse, and monitor).

4Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 4).

5Gently lay the computer on its side.

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