Expansion Slots (Pci And Pci Express Slots) - ASROCK H61DE User Manual

2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI and PCI Express Slots)

There are 2 PCI slot and 3 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE slots:
PCIE1 (PCIE 3.0 x16 slot; Blue) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width
graphics cards.
PCIE2 / PCIE3 (PCIE 2.0 x1 slot; White) is used for PCI Express cards
with x1 lane width cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
Only PCIE1 slot supports Gen 3 speed. To run the PCI Express in Gen
3 speed, please install an Ivy Bridge CPU. If you install a Sandy Bridge
CPU, the PCI Express will run only at PCI Express Gen 2 speed.
Installing an expansion card
Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed
in a chassis).
Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the
screws for later use.
Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6. Replace the system cover.
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