Dell OptiPlex 755 User Manual

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4.

If you are installing a card in an empty card connector on the system board, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening at the back of the
computer. Then continue with

step 6

.


 

5.

If you are installing a card to replace one already installed in the computer, remove the installed card (see

Removing a PCI Card

).


 

6.

Prepare the card for installation.

 

 

7.

If you are installing a PCI Express x16 card, hold the securing-tab release lever away from the card connector as you insert the new card into the
connector slot.

 

8.

Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Using the following illustration as a guide, ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.

NOTE:

See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or customizing it for

your computer.

1

release tab on card-retention latch

2

card

3

card-edge connector

4

card connector

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.

1

PCI Express x16 card

2

release lever

3

securing slot (not all cards)

4

securing tab

5

PCI Express x16 card connector

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