Dell XPS 600 - Manual (Page 31)

Removing and Installing Parts: Dell XPS 600 Service Manual
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NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug the cable into
the computer.
9. Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards in a Dual Configuration
NOTE: This section regards dual configurations of PCI Express graphics cards only. For installation of any other type of
PCI or PCI Express cards, see " Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards ."
The PCI Express x1 card slot is not available for use if a graphics card is installed in each of the PCI Express x16 card slots in
the dual-graphics configuration. If you are upgrading from a single graphics to a dual-graphics configuration, you will need to
remove any card installed in the PCI Express x1 card slot. See " System Board Components " to locate the PCI Express x1 card
slot. To remove a PCI Express card, see " Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards ."
NOTICE: For information about upgrading your system to use NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) dual-graphics
technology, see the Dell website at support.dell.com.
To learn more about NVIDIA SLI (Scalable Link Interface) dual-graphics technology, see "NVIDIA SLI Dual Graphics
Technology" in your Owner's Manual.
1. Follow the procedures in " Before You Begin ."
2. Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm.
1 filler bracket
2 retention arm
3 lever
4 PCI card
5 edge connector
6 card connector
3. If you are upgrading to a dual-graphics configuration, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening.
4. If you are upgrading to a dual-graphics configuration and have a card installed in the PCI Express x1 card slot, remove
the card. See " Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards ."