Pci And Pci Express Cards And Serial Port Adapters; Installing A Pci Card - Dell GX280DT - GX280 Desktop Computer User Manual

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PCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters
Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX280 Systems User's Guide
PCI Cards
PCI Express Cards
Serial Port Adapters
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your
computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
Your Dell™ computer supports a serial adapter and provides the following connectors for PCI and PCI Express cards.
two PCI card slots
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one PCI Express x16 card slot
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one PCI Express x1 card slot
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NOTE: Your Dell computer uses only PCI and PCI Express slots. ISA cards are not supported.
PCI Cards

Installing a PCI Card

1. Follow the procedures in "Before You
2. Gently push the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside to pivot the latch open. The latch will remain in the open position.
3. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card slot opening. Then continue with step 5.
4. If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.
5. Prepare the new card for installation.
NOTE: See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or customizing it for your
computer
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