ASRock IMB-142 Series [11/16] Expansion slots pci and mini pcie slots

2.4 Expansion Slots (PCI and mini-PCIe Slots)

There is 1 PCI slot and 1 mini-PCIe slot on this motherboard.

PCI Slot: PCI slot is used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI

interface.

PCIE Slot: MINI_PCIE1 (mini-PCIe slot) is used for PCI Express mini cards.

Installing an expansion card

Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power

supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the

documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware

settings for the card before you start the installation.

Step 2. Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed

in a chassis).

Step 3. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the

screws for later use.

Step 4. Align the card connector with the slot and press rmly until the card is

completely seated on the slot.

Step 5. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

Step 6. Replace the system cover.