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Hardware Upgrades
7.Store the card in
8.If you are not installing a new expansion card, install an expansion slot cover to close the open slot.
9.Rotate the slot cover retention latch back in place to secure the expansion cards and expansion slot covers.
10.Replace the computer cover.
11.Plug in the power cord and and turn on the computer.
12.If you normally lock the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to relock the lock and enable the Smart Cover Sensor.
ÄCAUTION: All expansion card slots on the rear of the computer must contain either an expansion card or slot cover for proper cooling of internal components during operation.
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