Pci Express And Dvi Cards; Installing A Pci Express X16 Card Or Dvi Card - Dell OptiPlex 755 User Manual

b. Connect the network cable to the integrated network connector on the back panel of the computer.

PCI Express and DVI Cards

Your computer supports one low-profile PCI Express x16 card.
If you are replacing a PCI Express card with a different type of PCI Express card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system. See the
documentation that came with the card for information.

Installing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI Card

1. Follow the procedures in Before You
2. Remove the computer cover (see
NOTE: For PCI card locations, see
3. Gently lift the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside and pivot the latch open.
4. If you are installing a new PCI Express x16 card or DVI card, remove the filler bracket to create a card- slot opening. Then continue with
5. If you are replacing a PCI Express x16 card or DVI card, remove the card (see
any cables connected to the card. Then continue with step 6.
6. Prepare the card for installation.
CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be
sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.
NOTE: See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or customizing it for
your computer.
7. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.
1 PCI Express x16 card
1 PCI Express x16 DVI-card 2 DVI card connector
Begin.
Removing the Computer Cover).
System Board Components.
2 PCI Express x16 card connector
3 PCI Express x16 card connector
Removing a PCI Express x16 Card or DVI
step 5.
Card). If necessary, disconnect