Adding An Expansion Card - HP Compaq dc7100 DT Hardware Reference Manual

Adding an Expansion Card

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9. Replace the access panel.
10. Replace the stand, if desired.
11. Reconnect all external devices, plug the power cord into the
power outlet, and turn the computer on.
The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory when
you turn on the computer.
12. Use Computer Setup to enable the Smart Cover Sensor, if desired.
The computer has one full-height, half-length PCI expansion slot that
can accommodate an optional expansion card up to 10.67 cm
(4.20 inches) in height and 17.46 cm (6.87 inches) in length. A
variety of optional PCI cards are available including:
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Wireless LAN card
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FireWire card
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Modem card
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NIC card
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Graphics card
Adding a graphics card will, by default, disable the integrated
graphics on the system board. The integrated graphics can be
reenabled by changing the BIOS settings in Computer Setup.
A USDT serial/parallel I/O assembly, available as an option, replaces
the expansion slot cover and connects directly to the system board.
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