Replacing Pci And Pci Express Cards - Dell Inspiron 580 Service Manual

10. To complete the removal procedure, see
Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards
1. Follow the procedures in Before You
2. Remove the computer cover (see
3. Remove the card retention bracket (see
4. If this is a new card installation, remove the filler bracket covering the card-slot opening.
5. Prepare the card for installation.
See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your
computer.
6. If you are installing the PCI Express card into the x16 card connector, position the card so the securing slot is aligned with the securing tab.
1 securing tab 2 securing slot
3 PCI Express x16 card 4 PCI Express x16 card slot
7. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.
1 fully-seated card 2 not fully-seated card 3 alignment bar
4 alignment guide 5 bracket within slot
8. Replace the card retention bracket (see
9. Connect any cables that should be connected to the card.
See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections.
CAUTION: 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.
10. Replace the computer cover (see
Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express
Begin.
Removing the Computer Cover).
Removing the Card Retention
6 bracket caught outside of slot
Replacing the Card Retention
Replacing the Computer Cover).
Bracket).
Bracket).
Card.