7 expansion cards, 1 installing an expansion card, Expansion cards -20 2.7.1 – Asus Pedestal/5U Rackmount Server TS500-E5 User Manual

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Chapter 2: Hardware setup

2-20

2.7

Expansion cards

The system is designed with an expansion card lock on the rear panel for you to

install or remove an expansion card in less steps.

Ensure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing expansion

cards. Failure to do so may cause severe damage to the motheboard and other

system components!

2.7.1

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. Lay the system on its side on a flat, stable surface.
3. Use a Phillips screw driver to

remove the metal slot cover

opposite the slot where you wish to

install an expansion card.

5. Align the card golden fingers with

the slot, and then press firmly until

the card is completely seated on the

slot.

4. Lift the expansion card lock.

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