a system and method for use in a computer system that includes a circuit board having a slot , a system processor , a card having tabs positionable in the slot , a computer bus operably connected between the system processor and the slot , a retaining module including a handle portion and a supporting frame , and a wall portion substantially covering one side of the supporting frame . the supporting frame is sized to support the card during insertion and removal of the tabs in the slot . the supporting frame includes an edge that may be used as the handle portion . the retaining module may also include a mounting platform for the card . fastening structure may be positioned on the mounting platform , on the supporting frame , or on the edge of the supporting frame . various types of fastening structure may be utilized including a peg that engages a hole in the card and a flexible clip that retains the card in the retaining module .