Installing Linked Pci Express Graphics Cards; Removing A Pci Express X16 Graphics Card - Intel BOXDP55SB Product Manual

Figure 24. Removing a PCI Express x16 Graphics Card

Installing Linked PCI Express Graphics Cards

The Desktop Board supports technology that allows you to install linked PCI Express
graphics cards such as NVIDIA* SLI* (Scalable Link Interface) cards. Make sure you
use two identical SLI-ready graphics cards that are NVIDIA certified and the latest
graphics driver. You can use the connector included with the Desktop Board to
connect the two graphics cards together. Visit the NVIDIA zone website
(http://nzone.com) for more information.
To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards:
1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.
2. Install the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in "Installing a
PCI Express x16 Graphics Card" on page 45.
3. Place the second card in the PCI Express x8 connector (Figure 25, A) and press
down on the card until it is completely seated in the connector and the card
retention notch on the card snaps into place around the retention mechanism pin
on the connector.
4. Secure the card's metal bracket to the chassis back panel with a screw
(Figure 25, B).
5. Connect the two cards together with the SLI bridge (Figure 25, C) as shown.
6. Connect the monitor cable graphics card according to the manufacturer's
instructions.
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