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Removing, Installing, and Replacing Components
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8 Turn on the computer and follow any instructions that came with the
add-in card.
Removing a PCI Add-in Card
1 Removethesidecover(see“Removing the Side Cover” on page 24).
2 Disconnect any cables attached to the add-in card you want to
remove.
3 Remove the screw that secures the add-in card to the chassis.
! Before opening the system unit, save and close all open files, exit all open
applications, turn off the power to all attached peripheral devices, shut down
the computer, and unplug the power cord.
! Hold the add-in card by its edges and do not touch any components or
connector contacts on the card. Static electricity in your body may
damage sensitive components on the card. As a precaution, touch any
exposed metal part on the metal chassis (preferably the metal part on
the power supply) before handling an add-in card to discharge any static
electricity in your body.