Removing expansion slot cover and type of slot (low profile?): Pavillion TP 01 0050

[malihaw]

PCIe expansion slots have covers which are not screwed in. Has a rotating retention clip on the outside and a very fragile snap clip on the back(internal).

Does one rotate the external clip, then unclip the internal clip on the back, and then "punch out" the slot cover? I assume the internal clip is to be saved and reclipped once a new card with an external port is inserted into the PCIe?

Are these expansion slots low profile or full profile?

[Riddle_Decipher · Accepted solution]

@malihaw from what I can see as per the motherboard specifications listed here, it seems to be a low profile slow,

Although, as an upgrade/custom enthusiast I personally love the idea of upgrading the device as well, However, HP recommends that you go easy on it as the device is equipped with parts that perform at its optimal performance and also, the upgradeable parts listed in HP articles are purely for your ease, though the decision to upgrade will be at your own discretion and hence, we don't seem to have an option or a detailed video on how these hardware components can be edited.

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[malihaw]

Thank you,

Bill

[Riddle_Decipher]

@malihaw The pleasure is all mine,

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[malihaw]

Merry Christmas to you!

Since you offered, hope you don't mind one more detailed question:

I tend to like my USB ports in the back and this computer has most in the front.

In the PCIe 1,  I was planning on putting in a fax modem which will be rarely used and should draw negligible power-

In PCIe 16, I wanted to put a four port USB 3 or at least a USB 2.   As the power pack does not have an available extra power cable, I was thinking of putting in a passive 4 port USB card into the slot. I planned to use it for self powered peripherals such as my printer, scanner, AC powered back up drive, my speakers (which also uses a mini jack but also require a USB connection) or perhaps a mouse or keyboard.

Is this feasible?

Is it safe?

Should I keep it at USB 2.0 or is 3.0 ok with its increased power draw?

I realize that the slot may not provide the correct voltage rail for the USB 3.0 but I researched and found that self powered peripherals should still work on a passive USB port-is this true?

They do sell USB cards that have their own transformers built into them but I am not sure the companies are reputable, ex. 

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B072LS4JH7/ref=sspa_dk_hqp_detail_aax_0?spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEyV...

Any thoughts?  If this is ok, is there a better brand for this card?

Again, thank you and Merry Christmas,

Bill

[Riddle_Decipher]

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[malihaw]

Thank you,

Bill

[Riddle_Decipher]

@malihaw The pleasure is all mine.

And have an awesome new year, ahead.