Chapter 2 Installation Instructions
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865G/GV/PE7MC User Manual
Expansion Slots
This motherboard includes three 32-bit Master PCI bus slots and one AGP slot
(only for 865G/PE7MC).
PCI Slots
The expansion cards can be installed in the three PCI slots. When you install or
take out such cards, you must make sure that the power plug has been pulled
out. Please read carefully the instructions provided for such cards, and install and
set the necessary hardware and software for such cards, such as the jumper or
BIOS setup.
AGP Slot (only for 865G/PE7MC)
This motherboard has Accelerated Graphics Port (AGP) slot that only supports 1.
5V AGP card. When you use an AGP card, make sure that your AGP card with 1.
5V specification. Note the notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they
fit the AGP slot on your motherboard.
Installing an expansion card
1. Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with
it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2. Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion
cards.
3. Remove the bracket opposite to the slot that you intend to use.
4. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
5. Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.
Warning:
The motherboard may be damaged if a 3.3V AGP card is used.
Make sure that your AGP card is 1.5 V specification. Note the
notches on the card golden fingers to ensure that they fit the
AGP slot on your motherboard.