Removing Or Installing An Expansion Card - Compaq 159715-002 - Deskpro EN - DT 6650 Model 10000 Configuration Manual

Removing or Installing an Expansion Card

1. Shut down the operating system properly, then turn off the
2. Remove the computer access panel.
3. To remove an installed expansion card, disconnect any
4. Remove the screw at the side of the expansion slot.
5. Hold the card at each end and carefully rock it back and
6. Store the card in anti-static packaging.
7. Install an expansion slot cover or new expansion card to
computer and any external devices, then disconnect the
power cord from the power outlet.
If installing an expansion card, skip to step 8.
cables attached to the expansion card.
forth until the connectors pull free from the slot. Be sure
not to scrape the card against other components.
close the open slot.
If not installing a new expansion card, skip to step 11.
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