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Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components

Figure 20. Removing a PCI Express x16 Card

Installing Linked PCI Express x16 Graphics Cards

The Desktop Board supports the use of linked PCI Express x16 graphics cards with

Nvidia* SLI* technology and ATI* CrossFireX* technology.

When installing linked graphics cards in the PCI Express x16 connectors, refer to the

card manufacturer’s instructions to determine correct card placement and

interconnection. Use the connectors included with the Desktop Board to connect the

graphics cards together.

NOTE

The installations steps that follow provide general instructions, for more complete

installation and configuration information refer to the documentation supplied by the

graphics card manufacturer or visit their website.

To install two linked PCI Express graphics cards:

1. Observe the precautions in "Before You Begin" on page 31.

2. In

stall the first card in the PCI Express x16 connector as described in “Installing

PCI

Express x16 Graphics Cards” on page 43.

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