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card-slot opening.

To replace a card:

1.Follow the instructions in “Before You Begin” on page 36.

2.Remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening (if applicable).

3.Align the card with the slot on the connector.

4.Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is firmly seated in the slot.

If you are installing a PCI Express Card into the x16 connector, press the securing tab and place the card in the connector.

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5.Connect any cables that should be attached to the card (if applicable).

For information about the card’s cable connections, see the documentation that shipped with the card.

6.Replace the screw that secures the card to the chassis.

7.Push the shroud to snap it into place.

8.Replace the side panel (see “Removing and Replacing the Side Panel“ on page 38).

9.Reconnect the power cable, and all the external peripherals to the computer.

10.Turn on the computer.

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Contents Alienware Desktop Manual Page Contents Page Page Page Setting UP Your Desktop Before Setting Up Your Desktop Product Documentation and MediaPlacing Your Desktop Connect the Display Connect the Keyboard and Mouse Connect the Power Cable Press the Power Button Setting Up a Wired Connection Set Up Microsoft WindowsSetting Up a Wireless Connection Connect to the Internet OptionalSetting Up Your Internet Connection Setting UP Your Desktop Getting to Know Front View Features Back View Features Back Light Button Back Panel Connectors Connecting External Speakers Accessing the Top Panel Connectors Top View FeaturesTop Panel Connectors Using Your Desktop Working With RAID Alienware Command CenterAlienFX AlienFusionRAID Level RAID 1+0 Using System Setup Performance TuningUsing Software Optimizing PerformanceSystem Setup Configuring the BiosEntering System Setup System Setup ScreensCache L3 System Setup OptionsAcpi Apic USB Functions CPU IOH Change Supervisor Password Installing Additional or Replacement Components Turning Off Your Desktop Before You BeginBefore Working Inside Your Desktop Removing and Replacing the Side Panel Memory modules Graphics cards Optical drives Hard drives Installing Additional or Replacement Components Memory module connector Tab Notch Hard drive Release tabs Removing and Replacing Hard DrivesHard drive Hard-drive bracket Shroud Shroud button Removing and Replacing Expansion CardsPCI Express x16 card Securing tab Connector Installing Additional or Replacement Components Troubleshooting Basic Hints and Tips Backup and General MaintenancePre-Boot System Assessment PSA Software Diagnostic ToolsStarting Alienware Diagnostics From the Resource DVD Alienware DiagnosticsComputer fails the Post Computer ProblemsProgram stops responding or crashes repeatedly Computer stops responding or a solid blue screen appearsOther software problems Hard Drive Problems MemoryDisplay Power Troubleshooting System Recovery Dell DataSafe Local Backup Specifications Mm to 447 mm 16.77 inches to 17.59 inches MHz and I333 MHz USB Grms Computer Setup Computer UseElectrostatic Discharge ESD Warning Replacement Components or Accessories When Should You Contact Alienware?Websites Appendix B Contacting AlienwareNvidia GeForce GTX 295 Graphics Cards Appendix C Important Information0JYTRGA00