Adding or replacing the agp card, Removing an agp card – Dell Dimension 8300 User Manual

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13

Click the Start button, right-click My Computer, and then click Properties.

14

Click the General tab.

15

To verify that the memory is installed correctly, check the amount of
memory (RAM) listed.

Adding or Replacing the AGP Card

CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the

safety instructions on page 9.

Your Dell™ computer provides a connector for an AGP card.

1

Shut down the computer through the Start menu (see page 27).

2

Ensure that your computer and attached devices are turned off. If your computer and
attached devices did not automatically turn off when you shut down your computer,
turn them off now.

NOTICE: To disconnect a network cable, first unplug the cable from your computer and then

unplug it from the network wall jack.

3

Disconnect any telephone or telecommunication lines from the computer.

4

Disconnect your computer and all attached devices from their electrical outlets, and
then press the power button to ground the system board.

CAUTION: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from

the electrical outlet before opening the cover.

5

Open the computer cover (see page 78).

Removing an AGP Card

1

Remove the filler bracket by raising the hinged lever and sliding the bracket up.

2

Press the card lever toward the PCI connector.

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