Dell OptiPlex GX745 - Installing an Expansion Card

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 Expansion Cards
Dell™OptiPlex™745User'sGuide
Installing an Expansion Card
Removing an Expansion Card
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YourDell™computersupportsaserialadapterandprovidesthefollowingconnectorsforPCIandPCIExpresscards.
l Two PCI card slots
l One PCI Express x16 card slot
l One PCI Express x1 card slot
Installing an Expansion Card
If you are replacing a card, uninstall the driver for the existing card. See the documentation that came with the card for instructions.
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. 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.
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.
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PCI card
1
PCI Express x16 card
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PCI Express x1 card slot
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PCI Express x1 card
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PCI Express x16 card slot
NOTE: Your Dell computer uses only PCI and PCI Express slots. ISA cards are not supported.
NOTE: The serial port adapter for your mini tower computer also includes two PS/2 connectors.