Replacing The Graphics Card (Optional); Procedure; Post-Requisites - Dell XPS 8900 Service Manual

Replacing the graphics card
(optional)
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety
information that shipped with your computer and follow the steps in
Before working inside your
computer, follow the instructions in
computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory
Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

Procedure

1 Locate the PCI-Express x16 card slot on the system board. For more
information, see
2 Align the notch on the graphics card with the tab on the slot and snap
the graphics card in place.
3 Connect the power cable to the graphics card, if applicable.
4 Replace the card-retention bracket, ensuring that:
a The guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch.
b The top of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment
bar.
c The notch on top of the card or filler bracket fits around the
alignment guide.
5 Replace the screw that secures the card-retention bracket.

Post-requisites

1 Replace the graphics-card
2 Replace the computer
computer. After working inside your
"System-board components".
bracket.
cover.
After working inside your
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