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Installing Linked PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards, Removing a PCI Express x16 Card

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Intel Desktop Board DX79TO Product Guide Figure 17. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card Installing Linked PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards The Desktop Board supports the use of linked PCI Express x16 graphics cards with Nvidia SLI technology and AMD CrossFire X technology. When installing linked graphics cards in the PCI Express x16 connectors, refer to the card manufacturer's instructions to determine correct card placement and interconnection. Use the connectors included with the Desktop Board to connect the graphics cards together. NOTE The installations steps that follow provide general instructions, for more complete installation and configuration information refer to the documentation supplied by the graphics card manufacturer or visit their website. To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards: 1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31. 2. Install the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in "Installing PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards" on page 42. 44

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Figure 17.
Removing a PCI Express x16 Card
Installing Linked PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards
The Desktop Board supports the use of linked PCI Express x16 graphics cards with
Nvidia SLI technology and AMD CrossFire X technology.
When installing linked graphics cards in the PCI Express x16 connectors, refer to the
card manufacturer’s instructions to determine correct card placement and
interconnection.
Use the connectors included with the Desktop Board to connect the
graphics cards together.
NOTE
The installations steps that follow provide general instructions, for more complete
installation and configuration information refer to the documentation supplied by the
graphics card manufacturer or visit their website.
To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards:
1.
Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2.
Install the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in “Installing
PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards” on page 42.