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Computer – Dell OptiPlex 360 (Late 2008) User Manual

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Cards

4 Disconnect the PS/2 serial-port cable from the system board (see "Mini

Tower Computer System Board Components" on page 13).

5 If necessary, disconnect any external cables connected to the adapter.
6 Ease the PS/2 serial-port adapter bracket out of its slot.
7 If you are removing the adapter permanently, install a filler bracket in the

empty card-slot opening.

NOTE:

Installing filler brackets in empty card-slot openings is necessary to

maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and

dirt out of your computer and maintain the airflow that cools your computer.

8 Before you close the card retention mechanism, ensure that:

• The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment

guide.

• The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the

alignment guide.

9 Secure any remaining card(s) by closing the card retention latch and

snapping it into place.

10 Follow the procedure in "After Working on Your Computer" on page 17.

Installing or Replacing a PS/2 Serial-Port Adapter in a Mini Tower

Computer

NOTE:

If you are replacing a card, uninstall the driver for the existing card. For

instructions, see the documentation that came with the card.

1 Follow the procedure in "Before Working on Your Computer" on page 9.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Mini Tower Computer

Cover" on page 19).

3 Gently lift the release lever on the card retention latch to pivot the latch

open. The latch remains in the open position.

1

card retention latch

2

alignment guide

3

PS/2 serial adapter cable