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To install or replace a PCI card, do the following:
1. Remove all media from the drives and turn off all attached devices and the
computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and
disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
2. Remove the computer cover. See “Removing the computer cover” on page 16.
3. At the rear of the computer, press the release button 1 to open the PCI card
latch 2 and remove the slot cover.
4. If you are installing a PCI card, remove the appropriate PCI card slot cover. If
you are replacing a PCI card, locate the appropriate PCI card slot on the system
board and remove the old PCI card that is currently installed.
Notes:
a. The PCI card fits tightly into the PCI card slot. If necessary, alternate
moving each side of the PCI card a small and equal amount until it is
completely removed from the PCI card slot.
Figure 8. Opening the PCI card latch
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