Hello Mike,

No force required. The retainer should rotate away from the slot, very
similar to the retainers holding the RAM in place. Gently apply a slight
downward pressure to the card while at the same time, pushing the top of the
retainer away from the slot. Some even look like a lever. When replacing or
installing a card the retainer should snap back into place. If it doesn't
fully close, again apply pressure gently to the card while pressing inward
(towards the card) on the retainer.

Sven Swanson, Sr.

----- Original Message -----
From: "Mick Fitzpatrick" <[log in to unmask]>
To: <[log in to unmask]>
Sent: Sunday, November 14, 2004 10:20 AM
Subject: [PCBUILD] Compaq Desktop EN AGP slot cover


Hello

I'm 'trying' to upgrade the video on my daughters Pentium 3 Compaq Desktop
EN. The present videon is onbard.

The Mobo has an AGP slot. Inside that is a small card and that is held in
place by a very robust green plastic retaining device that holds the 'small
card' in place. I was hoping that the small card would simply 'pop out' and
in goes the new video card ... but no such luck!

I don't want to force the plastic retainer as I may damage the MoBo.

Can someone please tell me how I remover the retainer and the 'small card' ?

TIA ... Mick

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