[LAU] PCIe cards weak?

[Clemens Ladisch]

Len Ovens wrote:
> This is the first time I have seen this warning:
>
> "Due to the reduced length of the PCI EXPRESS bus connector and the
> resulting lack of mechanical stability, we strongly advise against
> transporting cards installed in a computer, unless its chassis or case
> provides a dedicated support to keep the card securely in place in order
> to avoid physical damage."

PCI cards might survive not being fastened with a screw, but I can
easily see how a x1 PCIe card would not.

(Are there any cases without screws?  Is this just a warning against
transporting a naked motherboard?)


Regards,
Clemens