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Expansion Cards
The computer has one PCI expansion slot, two PCI Express x1 expansion slots, and one PCI Express
x16 expansion slot.
Figure 8-7 Expansion Slot Locations
Table 8-2 Expansion Slot Locations
Item Description
1 PCI expansion slot
2 PCI Express x16 expansion slot
3 PCI Express x1 expansion slot
4 PCI Express x1 expansion slot
NOTE: You can install a PCI Express x1, x4, x8, or x16 expansion card in the PCI Express x16
expansion slot.
To remove, replace, or add an expansion card:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (
Preparation for Disassembly on page 76).
2. Remove the computer access panel (
Access Panel on page 77).
3. Locate the correct vacant expansion socket on the system board and the corresponding expansion
slot on the back of the computer chassis.
86 Chapter 8 Removal and Replacement Procedures Microtower (MT) Chassis