Installing System Components 97
Expansion-Card Riser
The system’s expansion-card risers support x8 and x16 link Generation 2
PCIe expansion cards.

Removing an Expansion-Card Riser

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.
1
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect
the system from the electrical outlet.
2
Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 78.
3
If installed, remove the expansion card from the expansion-card slot.
See "Removing an Expansion Card" on page96.
4
To remove the expansion-card riser, press the release tab and lift the
expansion-card riser from the connector on the chassis. See Figure3-11.
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