PCI+Card+Installing+one

This is not as horrendous as it sounds, if you just follow the steps outlined below all will be well. First however what is a PCI and where does it go in the computer,
 * PCI Card Installing one **
 * After you have bought a new PCI ( **// Peripheral Connect Interface // ) card for your computer, you will need to install it.

They fit into a standard expansion slots that come on your computer.
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Normally they support up to 32 bit cards, and they are known for transferring data very quickly. They also take up a lot less space on the motherboard, and they are usually white in color. PCI Slot
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Ideally you should install the drivers for the PCI card first. Insert the CD that came along with your card into your computer. If it does not automatically load and Run:- Select the CD drive using **//My Computer//**. Several folder names will be displayed. Look for the one that relates to the issue such as **//"USB 2.0 PCI Card//**" and double click it. Scroll to the **//Via//** folder. This folder contains other folders and you will just need to choose the one that is correct for your system. i.e. **//Windows XP.//**

Now you only have one more click to make and that is on the file which is labeled **//Setup.exe//** There is also a folder that says **//Read Me.//** If you want to learn more about the card which you have just bought click on that and read about it. When Setup as finished the computer normally will re-boot. When it as finished re-booting close the computer down again and remove all the power connections in order to ensure that there are no problems etc. during the next stage. Now, unscrew the screws on the side of the computer and remove the side panel. This will then give you plenty of room to install your new card. You will be able to see the empty PCI card slots, just try to keep one slot empty between the different cards so your computer can still cool off, it's good housekeeping. The PCI slot you choose will have a blocking off blank plate at the back, and you need to remove it by taking out the one screw, your new card will fill the opening which you have made when you place it in the PCI slot, retain the screw because you will need it to secure the new card. You are now ready for the card, remove it carefully from it’s packing and try to hold it by the edges ( Try not to touch the connections on the bottom ) Place it in the slot, and push down firmly ensuring it is a tight fit, and secure it with the screw from the removed blank plate. Now screw the side panel back on. Power-up and you should see the **//New Hardware Found//** message in the bottom right hand corner of your desktop. The drivers will then finish installing automatically and you will be all set to use your new card.
 * Here I give a word of caution ** not to you but for the computer, it is very susceptible to **Static Electricity** Therefore before you start touch for example a water pipe do discharge any static in you, and when reaching into the computer always have one hand on the computer framework whilst you touch inside with the other.

Not all that difficult was it ? And now you are a **Computer Engineer** correct?