Intel DX79SI Product Guide for Intel Desktop Board DX79SI - Page 45

Removing a PCI Express x16 Add-in Card, Installing a PCI Express x16 Card

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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components Figure 18. Installing a PCI Express x16 Card Removing a PCI Express x16 Add-in Card Follow these instructions to remove a PCI Express x16 card from a connector: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 33. 2. Remove the screw (Figure 19, A) that secures the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel. 3. Push the card ejector lever down using the tip of a pencil or similar tool (Figure 19, B) in the notch. This will release the card from the connector (C). 4. Pull the card straight up. 45

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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components
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Figure 18.
Installing a PCI Express x16 Card
Removing a PCI Express x16 Add-in Card
Follow these instructions to remove a PCI Express x16 card from a connector:
1.
Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 33.
2.
Remove the screw (Figure 19, A) that secures the card’s metal bracket to the
chassis back panel.
3.
Push the card ejector lever down using the tip of a pencil or similar tool
(Figure 19, B) in the notch.
This will release the card from the connector (C).
4.
Pull the card straight up.