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Replacing the pci and pci express cards, Replacing the, See "replacing the – Dell XPS 730 (Late 2008) User Manual

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Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card

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Replacing the PCI and PCI Express Cards

CAUTION:

To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to internal components,

ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an
unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.

CAUTION:

If your computer came with a PCI graphics card installed, removal of

the card is not necessary when installing additional graphics cards; however, the
card is required for troubleshooting purposes. If you remove the card, store it in a
safe and secure location.

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

page 17).

3 Disconnect any cables connected to the card.
4 If the card is a full length, remove the captive screws on top of the PCI

card fan shroud and remove the shroud.

5 Remove the card retention screw.