Chapter 31: Removing The Full-Length Graphics Cards; Prerequisites; Procedure - Dell Alienware Area-51 Service Manual

Removing the full-length graphics cards
NOTE: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow
the steps in Before working inside your
working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at
regulatory_compliance.
Topics:
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Prerequisites

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Procedure

Prerequisites
1. Remove the stability foot.
2. Remove the left and right side-panels. See
Procedure
1. Lay the computer on the right side.
2. Locate the graphics (PCI-Express x16) connector on the system board. For more information on the graphics connector, see
"System Board Components".
3. Press and hold the securing tab on the clamp.
4. Pull the clamp away from the bracket.
a. clamp
computer. After working inside your computer, follow the instructions in
"Removing the side panels".
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