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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.
10. Insert the card into the card connector.
If the card is full-length, insert the end of the card into the card guide bracket as you lower the card toward its connector on the system board. Insert
the card firmly into the card connector on the riser board.
11. Lower the retention arm and press it into place, securing the card(s) in the computer.
12. Replace the card cage.
a. Align the tabs in the side of the card cage with the slots on the side of the computer, and slide the card cage down into place.
b. Make sure that the riser board is fully seated in the connector on the system board.
13. Reconnect any cables that you removed in step 6.
14. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card.
See the documentation for the card for information about the card's cable connections.
NOTICE:
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.
15.
Close the computer
cover.
16.
Attach the computer stand
17. Connect your computer and devices to their electrical outlets, and turn them on.
NOTICE:
To connect a network cable, first plug the cable in to the network wall jack and then plug it in to the computer.
18. Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation.
Adding Memory
CAUTION:
Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in
CAUTION:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before opening the cover.
You can increase your computer memory by installing memory modules on the system board. For information on the type of memory supported by your
computer, look under "Memory" in "Technical Specifications."
HINT:
Memory purchased from Dell is covered under your computer warranty.
1.
Shut down the
computer.
2. Turn off any attached devices and disconnect them from their electrical outlets.
NOTICE:
To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then unplug it from the network wall jack.
3. Disconnect the computer power cable from the wall outlet, and then press the power button to ground the system board.
4.
Remove the computer
stand, if it is attached.
5.
Open the computer
cover.
6. If necessary, remove a memory module:
(optional).
"Safety
Instructions."
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