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If you are replacing an old PCI card

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To install or replace a PCI card, do the following: 1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets. 2. Open the computer cover. See "Opening the computer cover" on page 14. 3. Rotate the PCI card retainer to the open position. 4. Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a PCI card, do one of the following: • If you are installing a PCI card, remove the appropriate metal slot cover. • If you are replacing an old PCI card, grasp the old card that is currently installed and gently pull it out of the slot. Figure 12. Removing a PCI card Notes: a. The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small amount until it is removed from the card slot. Chapter 2. Installing or replacing hardware 19

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To install or replace a PCI card, do the following:
1. Turn off the computer and disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets.
2. Open the computer cover. See “Opening the computer cover” on page 14.
3. Rotate the PCI card retainer to the open position.
4. Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a PCI card, do one of the following:
If you are installing a PCI card, remove the appropriate metal slot cover.
If you are replacing an old PCI card, grasp the old card that is currently installed and gently pull it
out of the slot.
Figure 12. Removing a PCI card
Notes:
a.
The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small
amount until it is removed from the card slot.
Chapter 2
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Installing or replacing hardware
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