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Removing and Installing Parts: Dell XPS 700 Service Manual

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1

release tab

2

card retainer

3

alignment guide

4

fan bracket

5. Remove the filler bracket or existing graphics card (see

Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from a Dual

Configuration

) to create a card-slot opening.

NOTE:

If you are upgrading to a dual graphics card configuration and have a card installed in the PCI Express x1

card slot, remove the card (see

Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards

).

6. Prepare the card for installation.

See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or

otherwise customizing it for your computer.

7. Position the card so that it is aligned with the slot and the securing tab (if present) is aligned with the securing slot.

NOTE:

If the card is full-length, insert the card guide into the alignment slot on the fan bracket.

1

PCI Express x16 card

2

securing tab

3

PCI Express x16 card slot

NOTICE:

Ensure that you release the securing tab to seat the card. If the card is not installed correctly, you may