8 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.
not fully seated
card
fully seated
card
alignment guide
alignment bar
9 If you replaced a card that was already installed in the computer and you removed the retention
mechanism, you may reinstall the retention mechanism.
10 Before replacing the card retention mechanism, ensure that:
•
The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.
•
The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.
11 Snap the card retention mechanism into place, securing the x16 PCI card.
78
Removing and Installing Parts
bracket within slot
release tabs (2)
bracket caught
outside of slot
card retention
door
card retention
mechanism