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Small desktop computer, Pci cards, Removing a pci card – Dell OptiPlex GX260 User Manual

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Small Desktop Computer

Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX260 Service Manual

PCI Cards

Serial Port Adapters

AGP and DVI Adapter Cards

NOTE:

Before disconnecting a device from the computer or removing a component from the system board, verify that

the standby power light on the system board is off. For the location of this light, see "

System Board

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PCI Cards

Removing a PCI Card

CAUTION:

Before you perform this procedure, see "

Precautionary Measures

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1. Remove the card cage:

a. Check any cables connected to cards through the back-panel openings. Disconnect any cables that will not reach

the card cage once the cage is removed from the computer.

b. Gently pull the handle and lift the card cage up and away from the computer.

Removing the Card Cage

1 card cage
2 handle

2. Press the lever on the retention arm and raise the retention arm.

Raising the Retention Arm and Installing a Card