Dell XPS 730 H2C Service Manual - Page 4

Back to Contents Page Replacing a PCI/PCI Express Card Dell™ XPS™ 730/730X Service Manual Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card From a Multi Graphics Card Configuration Installing Graphics Cards for Multi Graphics Card Replacing the PCI and PCI Express Cards 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. NOTE: If a graphics card is installed in each of the PCIe x16 card slots in the multi-graphics configuration, the PCIe x1 and one PCI card slot are not accessible for use. 1 PCI card 3 PCIe x1 card slot 5 PCIe x16 card 2 PCIe x1 card 4 PCIe x16 card slot Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card From a Multi Graphics Card Configuration NOTE: This section deals with dual and triple configurations of PCIe x16 graphics cards only. For removal of any other type of PCI or PCIe cards, see Replacing the PCI and PCI Express Cards. 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover). 3. Gently securing both graphics cards with one hand, remove the graphics card bridge (if present) with your other hand by pulling it up and away from the computer. Set it aside. Repeat if removing two bridges from a triple card configuration. 1 graphics card bridge 3 dual-PCIe graphics cards 2 power connectors (2)