HP dx7300 manual Removing or Installing an Expansion Card, Description

Removing or Installing an Expansion Card

The computer has two standard low-profile PCI expansion slots that can accommodate an expansion card up to 17.46 cm (6.875 inches) in length. The computer also has one PCI Express x1 expansion slot and one PCI Express x16 expansion slot.

NOTE The PCI and PCI Express slots support only low profile cards unless an optional riser is installed. The optional riser supports two full height standard PCI slots. If the riser is installed, the PCI Express x16 expansion slot is inaccessible.

Figure 2-7Expansion Slot Locations

Item	Description
1	PCI expansion slot
2	PCI expansion slot
3	PCI Express x16 expansion slot
4	PCI Express x1 expansion slot

NOTE You can install a PCI Express x1, x4, x8, or x16 expansion card in the PCI Express x16 expansion slot.

To install an expansion card:

1.Remove/disengage any security devices that prohibit opening the computer.

2.Remove all removable media, such as diskettes or compact discs, from the computer.

3.Turn off the computer properly through the operating system, then turn off any external devices.

4.Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect any external devices.

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