b.Connect the network cable to the network adapter card's connectors. Do not connect the network cable to the integrated network connector on the back panel of the computer.

NOTICE: If you disable the integrated network adapter, you will not have AMT functionality.

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

Removing a PCI Card

1.Perform the procedure Before Working on Your Computer.

NOTE: For PCI card locations, see System Board Components.

2.Gently lift the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside and pivot the latch open.

3.If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.

4.Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector.

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card retention latch

2

release tab

 

 

 

 

3

card

4

card-edge connector

5

card connector

 

 

 

 

 

 

5. 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 compliance of the computer. The brackets keep dust and dirt out of your computer and maintain the airflow that cools your computer.

6. Before you close the card retention mechanism, 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.

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

7.Secure any remaining card(s) by closing the card retention latch and snapping it into place.

8.Perform the procedure After Working on Your Computer.

9.Uninstall the card's driver. See the documentation that came with the card for instructions.

10.If you removed a sound card:

a.Enter system setup, select Integrated Audio from the Onboard Devices group, and change the setting to On (see the DellTechnology Guide).

b.Connect external audio devices to the audio connectors on the back panel of the computer.

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