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PCI-Express Card(s)

Alienware Aurora Service Manual

  Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)

  Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)


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: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer panels, bezels, filler brackets, etc.) removed.
WARNING: To guard against likelihood of electric shock, laceration by moving fan blades, or other unexpected injuries, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the side panel(s).
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.
CAUTION: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such as a connector on your computer).

Removing the PCI-Express Card(s)

  1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

  2. Remove the left side-panel (see Removing the Left Side-Panel).

  3. Open the PCI shroud (see Opening the PCI Shroud).

  4. Locate the PCI-Express card on the system board (see System Board Components).

  5. Disconnect any cables connected to the card (if applicable).

  6. Remove the screw that secures the card to the chassis.

  7. Remove the card.

NOTE: If you are not replacing a card, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot opening.

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screw

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PCI-Express x16 connector

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securing tab

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PCI-Express x16 card


Replacing the PCI-Express Card(s)

  1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

  2. Remove the screw that secures the filler bracket and remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening (if applicable).

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filler bracket

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screw

CAUTION: To prevent damage to the PCI-Express card ensure that the memory module securing clips are in the closed position.
  1. Align the card with the card connector on the system board.

  2. Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is firmly seated in the slot. If you are installing the PCI-Express x16 card, press the securing tab and insert the card in the connector.

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securing tab

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PCI-Express x16 card connector

  1. Connect any cables that should be attached to the card (if applicable). For information about the card's cable connections, see the documentation that shipped with the card.

  2. Replace the screw that secures the card to the chassis.

  3. Close the PCI shroud (see Closing the PCI Shroud).

  4. Replace the left side-panel (see Replacing the Left Side-Panel).

CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
  1. Connect your computer and all attached devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.


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