3.See the documentation that comes with the adapter for any cabling instructions and information about jumper or switch settings. (It might be easier for you to route cables before you install the adapter.)

Rear adapter retention bracket

Adapter

Front adapter retention bracket

4.Open the front and rear adapter retention brackets.

5.Remove the expansion-slot cover.

6.If you are installing a full-length adapter, remove the blue adapter guide (if any) from the end of the adapter; then, lift the adapter-retention clip on the adapter-support bracket. Otherwise, continue with the next step.

Adapter guide

7.Press the adapter firmly into the expansion slot, lower the adapter retention brackets, and make sure that the brackets are closed. To release the rear adapter retention bracket, press up on the retention clip while you rotate the bracket forward.

Attention: Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the system board or the adapter.

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