Sony PCV-MXS20 System Reference Manual - Page 40

Removing a PCI Add-in Card, Slide the amplifier block unit out and lift it away from the unit

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28 VAIO MX Computer System Reference Manual Removing a PCI Add-in Card ! 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. 1 Remove the side cover (see "Removing the Side Panel" on page 26). 2 Remove the amplifier block unit that covers the PCI slots, as follows: ❑ Press the amplifier block tab and slide it to the right. ❑ Slide the amplifier block unit out and lift it away from the unit, without disconnecting or twisting the attached wiring. Tab 3 Disconnect any cables attached to the add-in card you want to remove. 4 Remove the screw that secures the add-in card to the chassis.

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VAIO MX Computer System Reference Manual
28
Removing a PCI Add-in Card
1
Remove the side cover (see
“Removing the Side Panel”
on page 26).
2
Remove the amplifier block unit that covers the PCI slots, as follows:
Press the amplifier block tab and slide it to the right.
Slide the amplifier block unit out and lift it away from the unit,
without disconnecting or twisting the attached wiring.
3
Disconnect any cables attached to the add-in card you want to
remove.
4
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.
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