Dell OptiPlex G1 User Manual

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Installing System Board Options: Dell OptiPlex GX1 Low-Profile Managed PC Systems

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3. Locate the video-memory upgrade socket (labeled "VIDEO_UPGRADE") on the system board.

See

Figure 1

.

4. Orient the module as shown in

Figure 9

. Then install it in the socket.

Video memory modules are keyed, or designed to fit in the socket in only one direction.

The socket on the system board is notched so that the video memory module can be firmly
seated only one way:

a. Align the video memory module's edge connector with the slot in the center of the socket.

b. Press the video memory module's edge connector firmly into the socket.

c. Pivot the module down until it clicks into place.

d. If you do not hear a sharp click, you should remove the module and reinstall it.

Figure 9. Installing a Video-Memory Upgrade Module

5. Replace the expansion-card cage as described in "

Replacing the Expansion-Card Cage

."

6.

Replace the computer cover

, and reconnect your computer and peripherals to their electrical outlets

and turn them on.

NOTE: If Enabled, the

Chassis Intrusion

option will cause the following message to be displayed

at the next system start-up:

ALERT! Cover was previously removed.

7. Enter the

System Setup program

and check the Video Memory under

System Data Options

.

8. If the video memory total is incorrect, turn off and disconnect your computer and peripherals from their

electrical outlets. Remove the computer cover, and check the video memory upgrade to make sure that
it is seated properly in its socket. Then repeat steps 6 and 7.

9. Run the Video Test Group in the Dell Diagnostics to test the new video memory.

See your Diagnostics and Troubleshooting Guide for information on running the Dell Diagnostics and
troubleshooting any problems that may occur.

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