3. If installed, remove the full-length PCIe card.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only
perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as
directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is
not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions
that came with the product.
CAUTION: Do not use your system without the PCIe card holder installed. The PCIe card holder is
necessary to ensure proper system cooling.
1. Press the release tab and slide the card holder toward the back of the chassis to release the PCIe
card holder from the chassis.
2. Lift the PCIe card holder out of the chassis.
NOTE: To ensure proper system cooling, you must replace the PCIe card holder.
Figure 17. Removing and installing the PCIe card holder
1. PCIe card holder 2. release tab
1. Replace the PCIe card holder.
2. Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
To see a video on how to remove & install a PCI card and riser, scan this QR code, or click here: http://
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