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HP Thunderbolt 3 Installation Manual

HP Thunderbolt 3 Installation Manual

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HP Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Card
Installation
Introduction
This installation guide explains how to install the Thunderbolt™ 3 PCIe card into an HP workstation.

Kit contents

NOTE: Kit contents might vary depending on your computer model.
• HP Thunderbolt 3 PCIe card
• General-Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) cable
• DisplayPort cables (2)
• Installation instructions (this document)
• Warranty information

Before you begin

IMPORTANT: For optimal Thunderbolt 3 performance, install a PCI Express graphics card.
To view QuickSpecs and determine the compatibility of this product with your HP computer, see
http://www.hp.com/go/productbulletin.

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  • Page 1: Kit Contents

    HP Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Card Installation Introduction This installation guide explains how to install the Thunderbolt™ 3 PCIe card into an HP workstation. Kit contents NOTE: Kit contents might vary depending on your computer model. • HP Thunderbolt 3 PCIe card •...

  • Page 2: Warnings And Cautions

    - Create a common ground for the equipment you are working on by connecting the static-free mat, static strap, and peripheral units to that piece of equipment. NOTE: HP accessories are for use in HP computer products. They have been extensively tested for reliability and are manufactured to high quality standards.

  • Page 3: Step 1-Accessing The Internal Components Of The Computer

    Step 1—Accessing the internal components of the computer 1. If you need help preparing the computer for this installation, consult the removal and replacement procedures in the HP Customer Self Repair Services Media Library at http://www.hp.com/go/sml. 2. Load the correct BIOS onto the workstation, as follows: a.
  • Page 4 Step 2—Installing the Thunderbolt 3 PCIe card 1. Ground yourself, and then remove the PCIe card from the package. 2. Place the computer on a flat, clean, static-free surface. 3. Install the PCIe card into the correct PCIe slot by sliding the bracket on the end of the card into the slot on the back of the chassis, and then press the card firmly down into the socket on the system board.
  • Page 5 GPIO cable underneath the cards. 5. The back of the card includes four connectors: - (1)—Thunderbolt 3 ports (A and B) - (2)—DisplayPorts (DP IN A and DP IN B) Attach the Thunderbolt cables (sold separately) and DisplayPort cables to the back of the card.
  • Page 6 NOTE: If you are only using one Thunderbolt port, connect the Thunderbolt device to the Thunderbolt port labeled A, and then connect the graphics card to the DisplayPort labeled DP IN A. HP recommends connecting the graphics card to both DisplayPorts.

  • Page 7: Step 3-Reassembling The Computer

    Step 3—Reassembling the computer 1. Reinstall the access panel. 2. Reconnect external devices and power cord, and restore power to all external devices. HP Thunderbolt 3 PCIe Card Installation...
  • Page 8 Thunderbolt and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation or its subsidiaries in the U.S. and/or other countries. The information contained herein is subject to change without notice. The only warranties for HP products and services are set forth in the express warranty statements accompanying such products and services. Nothing herein should be construed as constituting an additional warranty.

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