4 installing expansion cards (pci and pci express), Installing expansion cards (pci and pci express) – ADLINK IMB-M42H User Manual

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12

Getting Started

2.4

Installing Expansion Cards (PCI and PCI

Express)

The IMB-M42H provides:

X

4x PCI slots receiving expansion cards with 32-bit PCI inter-
face

X

2x PCIE (PCI Express) slots, PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot; blue)
for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics cards, and PCIE3
(PCIE x4 slot; white) for PCI Express x4 lane width I/O
cards

Before installing expansion cards, ensure the power supply is
switched off or disconnected. Check the card's documentation and
perform requisite system configurations before installation.

1. Remove the system unit cover (if the motherboard is

installed in a chassis).

2. Remove the bracket facing the destination slot.

3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly

until the card is securely seated.

4. Fix the card to the chassis with screws.

5. Replace the system cover.

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