Compaq 243850-002 Personal Computer User Manual


 
2–10 Hardware Reference Guide
Hardware Upgrades
Removing or Installing an Expansion Card
1. Shut down the operating system properly, then power off the
computer and any external devices, then disconnect the power
cord from the power outlet.
2. Remove the computer cover.
3. If installing an expansion card, skip to step 8.
4. To remove an installed expansion card, disconnect any cables
attached to the expansion card.
5. Remove the screw at the side of the expansion slot.
6. Hold the card at each end and carefully rock it back and forth
until the connectors pull free from the slot. Be sure not to scrape
the card against other components.
Removing an Expansion Card