3. Rotate the PCI card retainer to the open position.
4. Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a PCI card, do one of the following:
• If you are installing a PCI card, remove the appropriate metal slot cover.
• If you are replacing an old PCI card, grasp the old card that is currently installed and gently pull it
out of the slot.
Figure 60. 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.
5. Remove the new PCI card from its static-protective package.
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