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 PCI-Express Card(s)

Alienware Aurora Service Manual

Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)

Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)

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Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)

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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

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2. Remove the left side-panel (see Removing the Left Side-Panel).

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3. Open the PCI shroud (see Opening the PCI Shroud).

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4. Locate the PCI-Express card on the system board (see System Board Components).

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5. Disconnect any cables connected to the card (if applicable).

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6. Remove the screw that secures the card to the chassis.

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7. Remove the card.

l For a PCI-Express x1 card, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out the card connector.

l For a PCI-Express x16 card, press the securing tab on the card connector as you grasp the card by its top corners, and then ease the card out of

the card connector.

WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best

practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.

WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.

WARNING: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your

computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).

CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is

not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal

surface (such as a connector on your computer).

NOTE: If you are not replacing a card, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.

screw

PCI-Express x16 connector

securing tab

PCI-Express x16 card