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Lab - Install Adapter Cards
Introduction
In this lab, you will install a NIC, a wireless NIC, and a video adapter card.
Recommended Equipment
• Computer with power supply, motherboard, and drives installed
• NIC
• Wireless NIC
• Video adapter card
• Adapter card screws
• Antistatic wrist strap and antistatic mat
• Tool kit
• Motherboard manual
Step 1: Install the wired NIC.
a. What type of expansion slot is compatible with the NIC?
b. Locate a compatible expansion slot for the NIC on the motherboard.
c. Remove the slot cover from the back of the case, if necessary.
d. Align the NIC to the expansion slot.
e. Press down gently on the NIC until the card is fully seated.
f. Secure the NIC by attaching the PC mounting bracket to the case with a screw.
Step 2: Install the wireless NIC.
a. What type of expansion slot is compatible with the wireless NIC?
b. Locate a compatible expansion slot for the wireless NIC on the motherboard.