HP dx2040 Hardware Reference Guide - dx2040 Microtower Model - Page 24

Removing an Expansion Slot Cover,

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7. If you are installing an expansion card for the first time, you must use a flatblade screwdriver to pry out the metal shield on the rear panel that covers the expansion slot. Be sure to remove the appropriate shield for the expansion card you are installing. Figure 2-8 Removing an Expansion Slot Cover Removable Shield Top shield Second shield Third shield Bottom shield Expansion Card Type PCI Express x16 PCI Express x1 PCI PCI 18 Chapter 2 Hardware Upgrades ENWW

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7.
If you are installing an expansion card for the first time, you must use a flatblade screwdriver to pry
out the metal shield on the rear panel that covers the expansion slot. Be sure to remove the
appropriate shield for the expansion card you are installing.
Figure 2-8
Removing an Expansion Slot Cover
Removable Shield
Expansion Card Type
Top shield
PCI Express x16
Second shield
PCI Express x1
Third shield
PCI
Bottom shield
PCI
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Hardware Upgrades
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