
Installing an expansion card
Prerequisites
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.
NOTE: The
Steps
1.Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation.
For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the card.
2.Locate the
3.Open the
4.Holding the card by its edges, position the card so that the
5.Insert the
6.Slide the
7.Close the system.
8.Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
9.Install any device drivers required for the card as described in the documentation for the card.
Removing expansion-card risers
Prerequisites
1.Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
2.Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
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.
NOTE: The
Steps
1.Holding the touch points, lift the
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