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Alienware ALX Desktop Manual
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Install the new video card by carefully inserting it into the motherboard’s PCI-E X16
slot. Gently apply pressure evenly across the length of the video card until it is fully
seated in the PCI-E X16 slot. If your motherboard’s PCI-E X16 slot features an integrated
PCI-E X16 retention mechanism, you should hear the mechanism snap into place,
indicating that the video card is properly seated and secured in the PCI-E X16 slot.
Secure the card to the computer’s chassis using the screw previously removed. This
will also ground the video card, protecting it from potential damage.
Finally, reassemble the chassis, reconnect any peripherals and power connections and
turn on the computer. Once Windows has started, it will detect the new video card and
you will be prompted to install its drivers. Cancel this operation by clicking the Cancel
button in the New Hardware Found dialog. Using the CD provided with the video card,
install its drivers by running the driver installation setup. Refer to the video card’s
documentation for further details, or contact Alienware Technical Support.
Installing a PCI or PCI Express Expansion Card
If you are replacing an existing PCI card with on of a similar type – a sound card, a
TV tuner, etc – ensure that any previous device drivers have been uninstalled. After
Windows has completed uninstalling the device’s drivers, restart the system – do not
shut it down. When Windows restarts, it will detect the new PCI card and prompt you to
install its drivers. Cancel this process by clicking the Cancel button in the Found New
Hardware dialog. Shut down the computer.
Once your computer has completely shut down, disconnect it from any peripherals
and power sources. Open the computer’s chassis to gain access to its internal
components. If you are replacing a device, locate the device in one of the
motherboard’s PCI slots.
Refer to the technical reference provided on your system’s Windows Desktop for more
information about your system’s expansion slots. Your system’s technical reference
is also available for download from your My Hive® Personal Support Area on the
Alienware website.
Visit: http://support.alienware.com/
Some PCI Express x16 video cards require a dedicated power connector.
Be sure this requirement has been met before starting the computer.