Installing The Pcie Card Holder - Dell DR4300 System Owner's Manual

Next steps
1. Replace the PCIe card holder.
2. If removed, install the full-length PCIe card.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Safety instructions
Installing the PCIe card holder
Prerequisites
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
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 are shipped with your product.
CAUTION: Do not use your system without the PCIe card holder installed. The PCIe card holder is necessary to ensure
proper system cooling.
Steps
1. Align the PCIe card holder with the notches and tabs on the power supply unit cage.
2. Press the release tab and slide the PCIe card holder toward the front of the chassis until firmly seated.
Figure 25. Installing the PCIe card holder
a. PCIe card holder
b. release tab
Next steps
1. If applicable, replace the full-length PCIe card.
2. Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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