PCI/PCIe Expansion Card
To remove an expansion card continue with step 1.
To install an expansion card in an existing empty slot go to step 9.
1
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Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 37
2
.
Remove the access panel (
3
.
Lay the computer down on its side to make it easier to work on.
4
.
Remove the slot cover lock (
Expansion Slot Cover Lock on page 44
If you are installing an expansion card for the first time go to step 9.
If you are replacing an existing expansion card go to step 5.
5
.
Disconnect any cables attached to the expansion card.
6
.
Hold the card at each end and carefully rock it back and forth until the connectors pull free from the
socket. Be sure not to scrape the card against other components.
7
.
Store the card in anti-static packaging.
8
.
Install a new expansion card or an expansion slot cover to close the open slot.
To install a replacement expansion card go to step 10.
9
.
If you are installing an expansion card for the first time you must first remove the expansion slot cover.
Use a flat blade screwdriver to pry out the metal shield on the rear panel that covers the expansion
slot. Be sure you remove the appropriate shield for the expansion card you are installing.
Removable Shield
Expansion Card Type
Top shield
PCI Express x16
Second shield
PCI Express x1
Third shield
PCI Express x1
Bottom shield
PCI
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Summary of Contents for Compaq dx2308
Page 1: ...Service Reference Guide HP Compaq dx2300 and dx2308 Business PC ...
Page 4: ...iv About This Book ENWW ...
Page 20: ...12 Chapter 2 Computer Setup F10 Utility ENWW ...
Page 26: ...18 Chapter 3 HP Insight Diagnostics ENWW ...
Page 27: ...4 Desktop Management ENWW 19 ...
Page 44: ...36 Chapter 6 Identifying the Chassis Routine Care and Disassembly Preparation ENWW ...
Page 87: ...12 T M D S Data3 24 T M D S Clock ENWW DVI Connector 79 ...
Page 88: ...80 Appendix A Connector Pin Assignments ENWW ...
Page 101: ...W Web sites BIOS download 21 ROM Flash 21 software support 22 ENWW Index 93 ...
Page 102: ...94 Index ENWW ...