Pci Retainer Latch - HP Compaq dc7100 DT Reference Manual

6.11 PCI Retainer Latch

If you have locked the Smart Cover Lock, use Computer Setup to unlock the lock (Section 6.2).
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (Section 6.1).
2. Remove the computer access panel (Section 6.5).
3. Locate the correct vacant expansion socket on the system board and the corresponding
expansion slot on the back of the computer chassis.
4. Push down and out on the two green thumb tabs inside the chassis and rotate the expansion
card retention latch up.
5. Use a thin flat blade screwdriver to pry up on the broken plastic latches 1 then, complete the
removal by pulling the latches off the pivoting bar 2.
Service Reference Guide, dc7100
Removal and Replacement Procedures - Convertible Minitower (CMT) Chassis
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