Fig. 24: Close view of the GPU leaving the PCIe slot (left) and the PCIe release switch (right).
Fig. 25: Removal of the GPU external view.
Replacing the GPU
GPU Replacement is a multistep process, but it is not complicated. A cross-head (Phillips)
screwdriver may be helpful.
Tools required: Fingers or Cross-head (Phillips) screwdriver.
Time estimate: 10 minutes.
Difficulty: Medium
Screws: 8 total
- 8 Thumbscrews (Phillips/Crosshead).
If you have not yet completed the steps to remove the PCI bracket and GPU brace, you will find
these instructions in the section on Removing the GPU
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