ASRock P4Dual-880Pro User Manual - Page 16

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI, AGP, and PCI Express Graphics Slots) There are 4 PCI slots, 1 AGP slot, and 1 PCI Express Graphics slot on P4Dual-880Pro motherboard. PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI interface. AGP slot: The AGP slot is used to install a graphics card. The ASRock AGP slot has a special design of clasp that can securely fasten the inserted graphics card. AGP slot is used to install AGP expansion cards. For the information of the compatible AGP VGA cards, please refer to the "Supported AGP VGA Card List for AGP Slot" on page 8 and 9. Please do NOT use a 3.3V AGP card on the AGP slot of this motherboard! It may cause permanent damage! For the voltage information of your AGP card, please check with the AGP card vendors. PCI Express Graphics slot (PCI Express x 4): PCI Express Graphics slot (PCI Express x 4) is used to install PCI Express expansion cards. For the information of the compatible PCI Express VGA cards, please refer to the "Supported PCI Express VGA Card List forPCI Express Graphics Slot (PCI Express x 4)" on page 9. Installing an expansion card Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware settings for the card before you start the installation. Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in a chassis). Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws for later use. Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is completely seated on the slot. Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws. Step 6. Replace the system cover. 16