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Installing an add-on card
1.Shut down your computer and turn off all peripheral devices, such as your printer.
2.Unplug your computer and any peripheral devices.
3.Gently place the unit on its side and remove the side panel. See About Opening the Computer
4.Locate an available expansion slot. Remove the slot cover's screw, and then remove the slot cover.
When removing a slot cover, be careful not to damage components on the system board or
Removing the slot cover
5.Install the
Installing an add-on card
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