Acer Altos G320 User Manual download pdf (Page 51)

Installing an expansion card

This section explains how to install an expansion card. The onboard

expansion slots supports PCI (Peripheral Component Interconnect) and

PCI Express cards. PCI Express slot is a new type of interface and differs

in length than the conventional PCI/PCI-X slots. You should always

install the correct type of plug-in expansion cards in the x4 and x8 PCI

Express slot. Contact your dealer for qualified PCI Express card vendors.

To install an expansion card:

1 Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions

described on page 25.

2 Locate an empty expansion slot on the mainboard.

3 Pull the tool-less card bracket lock release latch slightly upward

(1), then pull it away from the chassis (2).

4 Pull out the slot cover (3). Store it for reassembly later.

5 Remove the expansion card from its protective packaging.

6 Align the card in the empty slot.

7 Insert the card into the selected slot (4). Make sure that the card is

properly seated.

8 Align then insert the bracket lock to the slot (5).

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