5.If the computer is on a stand, remove the computer from the stand.

6.Remove the access panel.

7.Locate the correct vacant expansion socket on the system board and the corresponding expansion slot on the back of the computer chassis.

8.Release the slot cover retention latch that secures the PCI slot covers by lifting the green tab on the latch and rotating the latch to the open position.

Figure 2-12Opening the Expansion Slot Retainer

9.Before installing an expansion card, remove the expansion slot cover or the existing expansion card.

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