ASRock ROMED8HM3 [26/77] Expansion slots pci express slots

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2.5 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

ere are 2 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.

PCIE slot:

PCIE1 (PCIE 4.0 x16 slot, from CPU) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width cards.

PCIE2(PCIE 4.0 x16 slot, from CPU) is used for PCI Express x24 lane width cards.

Slot Generation Mechanical Electrical Source

PCIE1 4.0 x16 x16 CPU1

PCIE2 4.0 x24 x24 CPU1

Installing an expansion card

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

supply is switched o 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 on the chassis.

Keep the screw for later use.

Step 4. Install the PCIE card to the riser card.

Step 5. Align the riser-card assembly connector with the slot on the system board.

Press rmly until the riser-card assembly is completely seated on the slot.

Step 6. Fasten the card to the chassis with the screw.

Step 7. Replace the system cover.