Installing An Expansion Card - ASROCK AM2V890-VSTA User Manual

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There are 3 PCI slots and 3 PCI Express slots on AM2V890-VSTA motherboard.
PCI Slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE Slots: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane
width graphics cards.
PCIE2 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width
graphics cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc. Please
check the jumper settings on page 13 for different functions.
PCIE3 (PCIE x4 / x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x4 / x1
lane width graphics cards. Please check the jumper settings on page
13 for different functions.

Installing an expansion card

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Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed in
a chassis).
Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the
screws for later use.
Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.
Step 6. Replace the system cover.
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