Lenovo 3496 Personal Computer User Manual


 
If you are replacing an old PCI card, remove the screw that secures the old PCI card, grasp the old
card that is currently installed, and gently pull it out of the slot.
Figure14. Removing a PCI card
Notes:
a. The card ts tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small
amount until it is removed from the card slot.
b. If the card is held in place by a retaining latch, press the card retaining latch 1 as shown to
disengage the latch. Grasp the card and gently pull it out of the slot.
4. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package.
5. Install the new PCI card into the appropriate slot on the system board. See “Locating parts on the
system board” on page 12.
Note: If you are installing a PCI Express x16 graphics card, make sure the memory slot retaining clips
are closed before you install the graphics card.
6. Install the screw to secure the new PCI card in place.
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