Dell XPS manual PCI Cards, Installing a PCI Card

PCI Cards

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions on page 9.

Your Dell™ computer provides slots for up to four 32-bit, 33-MHz cards. For more information, see "Specifications" on page 105.

NOTE: For optimum performance, install a PCI sound card only in PCI slot 3 or 4 and a modem card only in PCI slot 2, 3, or 4.

Installing a PCI Card

1If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system.

2Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 68.

3Open the computer cover (see page 70).

4Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm.

filler bracket

card

lever

edge connector

card connector

retention arm

5If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with step 7.

6If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card (see page 79).

If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector.

Removing and Installing Parts

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