Pci Express Cards - Dell OptiPlex 740 User Manual

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a.  Enter system setup, select Integrated NIC from the Onboard Devices group, and change the setting to On (see
b.  Connect the network cable to the integrated network connector on the back panel of the computer.
 

PCI Express Cards

Your computer supports one PCI Express x16 card and one PCI Express x1 card. See
1 PCI Express x1 card
2 PCI Express x16 card
4 PCI Express x1 card slot
5 PCI Express x16 card slot
If you are replacing a card, uninstall the driver for the existing card. See the documentation that came with the card for instructions.
 
Installing a PCI Express x1 Card
 
1. Follow the procedures in
Before You
1
card retention latch
4
card-edge connector
 
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 (see
If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Then continue with step 6.
 
5. Prepare the new 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.
 
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.
3 PCI Express x16 DVI card
6 PCI Express x16 DVI card slot
Begin.
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alignment guide
3
5
card connector
6
System Board Components
card
release tab
Removing a PCI Express x1
System
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for the location of the PCI Express card slots.
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