Dell XPS/Dimension XPS Gen 2 - Manual (Page 77)

Removing and Installing Parts
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PCI Cards
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions on
page 9.
Your Dell™ computer provides slots for up to four 32-bit, 33-MHz cards. For more information, see
"Specifications" on page 105.
NOTE:
For optimum performance, install a PCI sound card only in PCI slot 3 or 4 and a modem card only
in PCI slot 2, 3, or 4.
Installing a PCI Card
1 If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system.
2 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 68.
3 Open the computer cover (see page 70).
4 Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm.
5 If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then
continue with step 7.
6 If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card (see
page 79).
If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Grasp the card by its top corners,
and ease it out of its connector.
card
edge connector
card connector
retention arm
lever
filler bracket
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