Hardware Upgrades

Installing an Expansion Card

Your computer has three PCI expansion slots 1. Each slot can accommodate an expansion card up to 6.875 inches (17.46 cm) in length. To install an expansion card:

1.If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to unlock it.

2.Turn off the computer and any external devices.

3.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet, then disconnect any external devices.

4.Remove the computer cover.

5.Remove the expansion card cage and identify the slot into which you want to insert the expansion card.

Location of Expansion Slots in the Expansion Card Cage

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