Dell GX280DT User Guide - Page 35

Back to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters Dell™ OptiPlex™ GX280 Systems User's Guide PCI Cards PCI Express Cards Serial Port Adapters CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide. NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis. Your Dell™ computer supports a serial port adapter and provides the following slots for PCI and PCI Express cards: l two half-height PCI card slot and one half-height PCI Express x16 card slot NOTE: Your Dell computer uses only PCI and PCI Express slots. ISA cards are not supported. PCI Cards Installing a PCI Card 1. Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin." 2. Gently push the release tab on the card retention lever. 3. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with step 5. 4. If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. 5. Prepare the card for installation. NOTE: See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or customizing it for your computer. 1 card retention lever 2 card 3 card-edge connector 4 card connector CAUTION: Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards. 6. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is fully seated in the slot.