ASRock E3C246D4U [32/87] Expansion slots pci express slots

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2.6 Expansion Slots (PCI Express Slots)

ere are 3 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.

PCIE slot:

PCIE4 (PCIe 3.0 x4 slot) is used for PCI Express x4 lane width cards.

PCIE5 (PCIe 3.0 x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width cards.

PCIE6 (PCIe 3.0 x1 slot) is used for PCI Express x1 lane width cards.

Slot Generation Mechanical Electrical Source

PCIE 6 3.0 x16 x16 CPU

PCIE 5 3.0 x4 x4 PCH

PCIE 4 3.0 x8 x8 PCH

PCI Express Slot Conguration

PCIE 4 PCIE6

Single PCIE Card x0 x16

Two PCIE Cards x8 x8

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. 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.