7 Prepare the card for installation.
See the documentation that came with the card for information on
configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise
customizing it for your computer.
CAUTION:
are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug
your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.
8 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card
is fully seated in the slot.
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alignment bar
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alignment guide
9 If you are installing the PCI Express card into the x16 card connector,
position the card so the securing slot is aligned with the securing tab.
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Removing and Installing Parts
Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they
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fully-seated card
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bracket within slot
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not fully-seated card
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bracket caught outside of slot
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