Adding An Expansion Card - Gateway 930 series System Manual

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11
Connect any cables to the card (see card documentation for proper cable
orientation).
12
Replace the bezel. (See "Replacing the bezel" on page 28.)
13
Close the case. (See "Closing the case" on page 27.)
14
Reconnect peripherals, the modem cord, and the power cord(s), then turn
on the system.
You may need to reconfigure the server after replacing an expansion card. You
may also need to install upgrade software that came with the card. Check the
card documentation for additional information.

Adding an expansion card

To add an expansion card:
1
Set any jumpers and switches on the card according to the card
instructions, if necessary.
2
Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if
installed), and all external peripheral devices.
3
Observe all safety and static electricity precautions. (See "Preventing static
electricity discharge" on page 22.)
4
Remove the bezel. (See "Removing the bezel" on page 25.)
5
Remove the left side cover panel. (See "Removing the side cover panel"
on page 26.)
6
Locate an available slot and remove the slot cover by pressing the
expansion card retention clip back through the back panel.
Some 32-bit cards are not keyed to be compatible with 64-bit slots. These
cards must be installed in one of the two 32-bit slots.
7
Pull out the slot cover.
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Replacing and Adding System Components

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