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6
Remove the old expansion card (if necessary). You can
slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to loosen it, but do
not bend the card sideways.
To remove a card (such as a video card) from the PCI
Express slot, press the card release lever before trying
to remove the card.
Caution
Do not touch the contacts on the bottom part of the expansion
card. Touching the contacts can cause electrostatic damage to the card.
7
Install the new card into the expansion slot. You can
slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to help insert the
card, but do not bend the card sideways.
Refer to the following illustration for help:
8
Reconnect the expansion card cables (if any) using your
notes from Step 5, or, if you are adding a new card,
follow the manufacturers instructions.
9
Tighten the thumbscrew on the expansion card cover.
10
Return your computer to its upright position.
11
Replace the side panel by following the instructions in
"Replacing the side panel" on page
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