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Replacing the graphics card – Dell XPS 8500 (Early 2012) User Manual

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1 PCI-Express x16 connector

2 graphics card

3 securing tab

4 power cable

Replacing the Graphics Card

1 Align the graphics card with the PCI-Express x16 card connector on the

system board.

2 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card

is firmly seated in the slot.

3 Connect the power cable to the graphics card, if applicable.
4 Replace the card-retention bracket, ensuring that:

• The guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch.
• The top of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.
• The notch on top of the card or filler bracket fits around the

alignment guide.

Graphics Card

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