Dell E310, 3100 specifications Removing an Expansion Card

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7. Before you close the card retention door, ensure that:

•The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.

•The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.

1card retention door

2release tab

8. Close the card retention door by snapping it into place.

NOTICE: Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment.

9.Connect any cables that should be attached to the card.

See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug the cable into the computer.

10.Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.

11.If you installed a sound card:

a.Enter system setup, select Audio Controller, and then change the setting to Off.

b.Connect external audio devices to the sound card's connectors. Do not connect external audio devices to the microphone, speaker/headphone, or line-in connectors on the back panel.

12.If you installed an add-in network adapter and want to disable the integrated network adapter:

a.Enter system setup, select Network Controller, and then change the setting to Off.

b.Connect the network cable to the add-in network adapter's connectors. Do not connect the network cable to the integrated connector on the back panel.

13.Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation.

Removing an Expansion Card

1.Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin."

2.Gently push the release tab on the card retention door from the inside to pivot the door open. Because the door is captive, it will remain in the open position.

3.If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.

NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer.

4. Close the card retention door by snapping it into place to secure the cards.

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug the cable into the computer.

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Contents Abbreviations and Acronyms Front View of Computer About Your Dell Dimension 3100/E310 ComputerBack to Contents Front View of Computer Back View of ComputerBack View of Computer LightsPage When to Use the Dell Diagnostics Advanced TroubleshootingDell Diagnostics Starting the Dell Diagnostics From Your Hard DriveSystem Lights Dell Diagnostics Main MenuPower Light Problem Description Suggested Resolution Option FunctionDiagnostic Lights Light Pattern Problem Description Suggested ResolutionComponents Beep Codes Connection see System Board ComponentsCode Cause Back to Contents Recommended Tools Before You BeginGetting Started Turning Off Your ComputerOpen the computer cover Back to Contents Replacing the Computer Cover Removing the Computer Cover Memory Removing and Installing PartsInstalling Memory DDR2 Memory OverviewReplace the computer cover Cards Removing MemoryPage Removing an Expansion Card Drive Panels Removing the Drive PanelRemoving the Drive-Panel Insert Replacing the FlexBay or Optical Drive-Panel Insert Removing the Optical Drive-Panel InsertDrives Replacing the Drive PanelConnecting Drive Cables Drive Interface ConnectorsIDE Drive Addressing Hard Drive Power Cable ConnectorConnecting and Disconnecting Drive Cables Removing a Hard DriveInstalling a Hard Drive Adding a Second Hard Drive optional Floppy Drive Removing a Floppy DriveInstalling a Floppy Drive Media Card Reader Removing a Media Card ReaderReplace the computer cover Installing a Media Card Reader CD/DVD Drive Removing a CD/DVD DriveInstalling a CD/DVD Drive Processor Removing the ProcessorInstalling the Processor Page System Board Removing the System BoardPower Supply Removing the Power SupplyReplacing the System Board Battery Replacing the Power SupplyReplacing the Battery Locate the battery socket Specifications Drives ConnectorsPower Controls and LightsPhysical EnvironmentalSystem Setup Options System SetupEntering System Setup Clearing Forgotten Passwords Clearing Cmos SettingsSystem Board as Off, USB, Internal, or Read OnlyBoot Sequence Through FridayClearing Forgotten Passwords Enter system setupOpen the computer cover Clearing Cmos Settings Technical Overview Inside View of Your ComputerSystem Board Components Jumper Settings Jumper Setting DescriptionPower Supply DC Connector Pin Assignments DC Power Connector P1Pin Number Signal Name Color Wire Gauge DC Power Connector P7 DC Power Connector P2DC Power Connect P3 and P5 DC Power Connectors P8 and P9Black +5 VDC Red
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