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2.23 – Installing Add-In Cards
Before installing add-in cards, it's helpful to know if they are fully compatible with your
motherboard. Simply find the appropriate slot for your add-in card and insert the card firmly. Do
not force any add-in cards (or anything else) into any slots if they won't seat in place. It's better to
try another slot or return the faulty card rather than damaging both the motherboard and the add-
in card.
TIP: It's good practice to install add-in cards in a staggered manner, rather than directly adjacent
to each other. This allows air to more easily circulate within the chassis, providing improved
cooling for all installed devices.
YOU MUST UNPLUG the power connector to the motherboard before performing
NOTE
system hardware changes, to avoid damaging the board or expansion device.
Before continuing onto the next section on connecting External Devices, make sure everything is
properly connected. Typically, jumpers and case wiring are the most common causes of
troubleshooting frustration,
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