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Installing System Components 65
Figure 3-15. Opening and Closing the Expansion-Card Sliding Retainer
Removing an Expansion Card
CAUTION: Only trained service technicians are authorized to remove the system cover and access any of the
components inside the system. Before performing any procedure, see your Product Information Guide for
complete information about safety precautions, working inside the computer and protecting against electrostatic
discharge.
1
Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 46.
2
Disconnect any internal or external cable(s) that are connected to the expansion card.
3
Lift the expansion-card retainer adjacent to the PCI slots. See Figure 3-14.
4
Slide the expansion-card sliding retainer to the retracted or open position. See Figure 3-15.
5
Grip the edges of the expansion card with the fingers of both hands and carefully work the card out of
the expansion-card connector.
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retainer
2 release tab 3 expansion card
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