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PCI and PCI Express Cards and Serial Port Adapters
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions
located 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 adapter and provides the following connectors for PCI Express
cards.
• One PCI Express x16 card slot
• One PCI Express x1 card slot
NOTE: Your Dell computer uses only PCI and PCI Express slots. ISA cards are not supported.
PCI Express Cards
Your computer supports one PCI Express x16 card and one PCI Express x1 card.
If you are installing or replacing a PCI Express card, follow the procedures in the next section. If you
are removing but not replacing a card, see "Removing a PCI Express Card."
If you are replacing a card, uninstall the driver for the existing card. See the documentation that came
with the card for instructions.
Installing a PCI Express Card
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Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin."
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Gently push the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside to pivot the latch open. The
latch will remain in the open position.
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PCI Express x16 card
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PCI Express x1 card
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PCI Express x16 card slot
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PCI Express x1 card slot
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