Using a PCIe x1 card in a PCIe x16 slot

What is PCIe? Understanding PCIe Slots, Cards and Lanes pcie 1 slot 1 - PCI Express x1 1 pcie slot x16 Although PCIe x1 slots have one PCIe lane, they are still useful, and in some cases, use a PCIe x1 slot instead of a larger slot like PCIe x16

pcie x1 in x16 slot PCIe slots allow your motherboard to connect with your PC's most critical components and provide key functionality