Dell XPS 600 owner manual Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards

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

6Press the retention arm into place, securing the card(s) in the computer.

retention arm

alignment bar

alignment guide

filler bracket

NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug the cable into the computer.

7Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.

8If you removed a sound card or a network adapter, see "Network Adapter and Sound Card Settings" on page 94.

9Uninstall the driver for the card that you removed.

Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards

NOTICE: If you have or are upgrading to the optional dual-graphics configuration, see "Installing PCI Express Graphics Cards in a Dual Configuration" on page 86 to install a graphics card.

1Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 69.

2Press the lever on the card retention arm and raise the retention arm.

Removing and Installing Parts 91