Graphics Card Bracket; Removing The Graphics Card Bracket - Dell XPS 8300 Service Manual

Graphics Card Bracket

WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,
see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from
the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING:
Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer
covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your
computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by
your warranty.
NOTE:
The graphic card bracket is present in your computer only if you ordered a
double-width graphics card at the time of purchase.

Removing the Graphics Card Bracket

1 Follow the instructions in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
2 Remove the computer cover (see "Removing the Computer Cover" on
page 17).
3 Remove the two screws that secure the graphics card bracket to the chassis.
4 Lift the graphics card bracket off the chassis.
5 Set the graphics card bracket aside in a secure location.
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