Upgrading and Maintaining Components 41
Removing a Slot Cover
You remove a slot cover when you install an add-in card that occupies a
previously empty slot.
1Remove the side panel (see “Removing the Side Panel” on page 26).
2Locate the slot whose cover you want to remove.
3Lay the system on its side.
4Remove the screw from the slot cover.
5Remove the loose slot cover and retain it for future use.
!Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open
applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut
down the computer, and unplug the power cord.