Dell Vostro 400 (Mid 2007) User Manual

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Removing and Installing Parts

NOTE:

The position of the card you are replacing may vary from the illustration.

7 Prepare the 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.

8 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card

is fully seated in the slot.

9 If you are installing the PCI Express card into the x16 card connector,

position the card so the securing slot is aligned with the securing tab.

10 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card

is fully seated in the slot.

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alignment bar

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fully-seated card

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not fully-seated card

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alignment guide

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bracket within slot

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bracket caught outside of slot

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