Intel DX79SI Product Guide for Intel Desktop Board DX79SI - Page 47

Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards, PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards

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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 33. 2. Install the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in "Installing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards" on page 44. 3. Place the second card in the secondary PCI Express x16 connector (Figure 20, A) and press down on the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the card retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism pin on the connector. 4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw (Figure 20, B). 5. Connect the two cards together with the SLI bridge (Figure 20, C) as shown. 6. Connect the monitor cable to the graphics card according to the manufacturer's instructions. Figure 20. Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards For more complete installation and configuration information refer to the documentation supplied by the graphics card manufacturer or visit their website. 47

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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components
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To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards:
1.
Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 33.
2.
Install the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in “Installing
PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards” on page 44.
3.
Place the second card in the secondary PCI Express x16 connector (Figure 20, A)
and press down on the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the
card retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism
pin on the connector.
4.
Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw
(Figure 20, B).
5.
Connect the two cards together with the SLI bridge (Figure 20, C) as shown.
6.
Connect the monitor cable to the graphics card according to the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Figure 20.
Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards
For more complete installation and configuration information refer to the
documentation supplied by the graphics card manufacturer or visit their website.