3
expansion card riser cage
4
expansion card retention latch
Next steps
1
If applicable, install the expansion card(s).
2
Install the expansion card riser.
3
If applicable, open the expansion card latch on the cooling shroud to support a full length expansion card.
4
If disconnected, reconnect cables to the expansion card(s).
5
Follow the procedure listed in the After working inside your system section.
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Safety instructions
Before working inside your system
After working inside your system
Removing the cooling shroud
Removing the optional expansion card riser
Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser
Installing the optional expansion card riser
Installing the cooling shroud
Installing an expansion card into the expansion card riser
Prerequisites
1
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3
If opened, close the expansion card latch on the cooling shroud.
4
Remove the expansion card riser.
5
Unpack the expansion card and prepare it for installation.
NOTE:
For instructions, see the documentation accompanying the expansion card.
CAUTION:
Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple
repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage
due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are
shipped with your product.
Steps
1
Press the expansion card retention latch and rotate the latch clockwise.
2
Holding the card by its edges, position the card so that the card’s edge connector aligns with the expansion card connector.
3
Insert the card’s edge connector firmly into the expansion card connector until the card is fully seated.
4
Close the expansion card retention latch.
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Installing and removing system components
