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2. Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm.
3. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with step5.
4. If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card.
If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. If your card includes a retention mechanism, remove the top of the retention mechanism by
pressing the tab and pulling up on the top. Gently pull the securing tab, grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease it out of its connector.
5. Prepare the card for installation.
See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your
computer.
6. If you are installing the card into the x16 card connector, position the card so the securing slot is aligned with the securing tab, and gently pull the
securing tab.
7. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot
CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be
sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.