User Manual
ESI  MAYA44 eX
5
2.2 Minimum System Requirements 
- Intel CPU or equivalent and compatible AMD CPU 
- 512 MB RAM 
- Direct X 8.1 or higher 
- one available PCIe x1 (or higher) slot 
- Windows Vista / 7 / 8.1 / 10 (in 32-bit or 64-bit) 
- the latest chipset and mainboard utility drivers and system updates must be installed 
3. Hardware Installation 
3.1 Preparation for Hardware Installation 
The  MAYA44  eX  PCIe  card  and  other  components  in  the  computer  can  be  damaged  easily  by 
electrical shock. You should use an anti-static device that can discharge the static electricity of your 
body to avoid potential static damage to the cards. If you do not feel capable of installing a PCIe 
card into your computer please contact a computer specialist. 
Turn off the computer power and remove the power cable from your computer power supply. 
Disconnecting the Power Cord 
Refer to your computer user’s manual and remove the computer cover. Make sure that you have an 
available PCIe slot on your motherboard to install the MAYA44 eX. 
Removing the computer cover 
To avoid possible static shock damage to the computer parts, discharge it by touching the computer 
case  or  something  grounded.  We  recommend  you  use  an  anti-static  device  such  as  an  anti-static 
wristband. 
When holding the MAYA44 eX card, touch only the guide or the edge of card. Do not grab the card 
by the board or connector. 










