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Pci express cards, Removing the card retention bracket – Dell XPS 8300 (Late 2010) User Manual

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WARNING:

Before working inside your computer, read the safety information

that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,
see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

WARNING:

To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from

the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

WARNING:

Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer

covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.

CAUTION:

Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your

computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.

Removing the Card Retention Bracket

1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on

page 17).

3 Remove the screw that secures the card retention bracket.
4 Lift the card retention bracket and set it aside in a secure location.

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