Dell XPS 730 (Late 2008) User Manual

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Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card

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7 Install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening. If you are replacing

the card, see "Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card" on page 27.

NOTE:

Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to

maintain FCC certification of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and

dirt out of your computer.

CAUTION:

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.

8 Reinstall the card retention screw.
9 Reinstall the card slot fan shroud.

10 Replace the computer cover (see

"Replacing the Computer Cover" on

page 17), reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and

then turn them on.

11 Uninstall the driver for the card that you removed.

CAUTION:

If you have or are upgrading to the optional multi-graphics

configuration, see "Installing Graphics Cards for Multi Graphics Card" on page 31
to install a graphics card.

12 If present, press the tab on the graphics card bridge that lays over the

installed cards and rotate it upwards to gain full access to the card.

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PCIe x16 card

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securing tab

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PCIe x16 card slot

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