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.
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.
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.
5. If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.
6. Before you close the card retention mechanism, ensure that:
lThe tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.
lThe notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide.
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 Dell™ Technology Guide).
b. Connect external audio devices to the audio connectors on the back panel of the computer.
NOTICE: If you disable the integrated network adapter, you will not have AMT functionality.
NOTE: For PCI card locations, see System Board Components.
1
card retention latch
2
release tab
3
card
4
card-edge connector
5
card connector
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.