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Note: This section uses illustrations for installing or replacing a flex adapter on a ThinkStation P510
computer as examples. For a ThinkStation P710 computer, the plastic tab on the flex adapter might be
shorter than illustrated.
To install or replace a flex adapter, do the following:
1. Prepare your computer. See "Preparing your computer and removing the computer cover" on page 99.
2. Lay the computer on its side for easier access to the system board.
3. Locate the flex adapter slot on the system board. See "Parts on the system board" on page 35.
4. Pull and pivot the tab on the front fan assembly as shown to open the latch inside.
Figure 121. Opening the latch in the front fan assembly
5. If you are replacing an old flex adapter, grasp the old card that is installed and gently pull it out of
the flex adapter slot.
Note: If there is any cable connected to the old flex adapter, disconnect the cable first.
Figure 122. Removing the flex adapter
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