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6. Depending on whether you are installing or replacing a full-length PCI card, do one of the following:
• If you are installing a new full-length PCI card, remove the appropriate metal slot cover.
• If you are replacing an old full-length PCI card, disconnect the power cord from the card, press the
card retaining latch as shown to disengage the latch, and then grasp the old card that is currently
installed and gently pull it out of the slot.
Notes:
– Remove any parts that might prevent your access to the latch.
– The card fits tightly into the card slot. If necessary, alternate moving each side of the card a small
amount until it is removed from the card slot.
Figure 96. Removing a full-length PCI card
7. Remove the new full-length PCI card from its static-protective package.
8. Align the extender on the new full-length PCI card with the corresponding slot in the front fan assembly,
and install the new card into the appropriate slot on the system board. See "Locating parts on the
system board" on page 34.
Note: It is recommended that you install the full-length PCI card into a PCI Express x16 graphics
card slot for best performance.
9. Pivot the PCI card latch to the right and push it back in until it snaps into position. Then, pivot the tab on
the front fan assembly to close the latch inside.
10. Connect one end of the power cable to the new full-length PCI card and the other end to the appropriate
power connector on the system board. See "Locating parts on the system board" on page 34.
What to do next:
• To work with another piece of hardware, go to the appropriate section.
• To complete the installation or replacement, go to "Completing the parts replacement" on page 183.
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