Installing the integrated storage controller card
Prerequisites
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.
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.
Remove the cooling shroud.
4.
Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
Steps
1.
Align the end of the integrated storage controller card with the controller card connector on the
system board.
2.
Lower the connector side of the integrated storage controller card into the integrated storage
controller card connector on the system board.
NOTE: Ensure that the tabs on the system board align with the screw holes on the integrated
storage controller card.
3.
Align the screws on the integrated storage controller card cable with the screw holes on the
connector.
4.
Tighten the screws to secure the integrated storage controller card cable with the integrated storage
controller card connector on the system board.
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