Replacing A Pci Or Graphics Card; Installing A Pci Slot Cover; Installing A Pci Card - HP rp3440 Service Manual

5. Install a PCI slot cover to close the cavity left by the removal of the PCI card
This maintains the proper airflow within the chassis.
Figure 6-56 Installing a PCI Slot Cover

Replacing a PCI or Graphics Card

To replace the PCI or graphics card, follow these steps:
1. Remove the PCI card cage. (See
2. Grasp the edges of the PCI card to be installed and gently press the card into the PCI
backplane connector.
Figure 6-57 Installing a PCI Card
3. Install and tighten the bulkhead screw to hold the PCI card in place.
4. Connect any cables that are required by the PCI card.
170 Removing and Replacing Components
"Removing the PCI Card Cage" (page
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