Adding Or Replacing Add-In Cards - Gateway Tower User Manual

Chapter 13: Upgrading Your Computer

Adding or replacing add-in cards

An add-in card is a card used in your computer to add functionality to the
system. Use the following instructions to replace, add, or reseat an add-in card.
To replace, add, or reseat an add-in card:
1
Identify the computer case style. For more information, see "Identifying
the computer case style" on page 222.
2
Open the case using the instructions in "Opening the case" on page 242.
3
Disconnect any cables that are attached to the card, noting their locations
and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new
card.) See the add-in card documentation for further instructions.
4
Remove the retention thumbscrew that secures the card retention cover
to the case.
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