Installing A Pci Express X16 Card; Installing Pci Express Graphics Cards - Intel D975XBX Product Manual

Intel Desktop Board D975XBX Product Guide

Installing a PCI Express x16 Card

If you are installing a single PCI Express Graphics card, install it in PCI Express connector 1 (see
Figure 18, A) for optimum performance. However, if you are installing two PCI Express Graphics
cards, install them in PCI Express connectors 1 and 2 (see Figure 18, B).
Follow these instructions to install any PCI Express x16 card:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 23.
2. Place the card in the PCI Express x16 connector.
3. Press down on the card until it is completely seated in the PCI Express x16 connector and the
card retention notch snaps into place around the RM pin.
4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw.
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Figure 18. Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards
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