Dell Inspiron 560 Service Manual - Page 6

Back to Contents Page PCI and PCI Express Cards Dell™ Inspiron™ 560/570 Service Manual Removing the Card Retention Bracket Replacing the Card Retention Bracket Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards Configuring Your Computer After Removing or Installing a PCI or PCI Express Card 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. WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover. WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. CAUTION: Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™ is not covered by your warranty. Removing the Card Retention Bracket 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover). 3. Remove the screw that secures the card retention bracket to the chassis. 4. Lift the card retention bracket and set it aside in a secure place. 1 screw 2 card retention bracket Replacing the Card Retention Bracket 1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin. 2. Replace the card retention bracket, ensuring that: l The guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch. l The tops of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar. l The notch in the top of the card or filler bracket fits around the alignment guide. 3. Replace the screw that secures the card retention bracket to the chassis.