Dell DHP, T8243 PCI Express Cards, Installing a PCI Express Card, X16 card X1 card PCI Express

PCI Express Cards

Your computer supports one PCI Express x16 card and one PCI Express x1 card.

PCI Express	PCI Express
x16 card	x1 card
PCI Express	PCI Express
x16 card slot	x1 card slot

If you are installing or replacing a PCI Express card, follow the procedures in the next section. If you are removing but not replacing a card, see "Removing a PCI Express Card" on page 70.

If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system.

Installing a PCI Express Card

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53.

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

3If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with step 5.

4If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card.

If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector.

5Prepare 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.

CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.

Removing and Installing Parts

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