Owner's Manual
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...the I/O panel on the back of the computer. NOTE: Some connector slots support full-length cards. 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Multi-colored lights provide illumination for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards. Plug USB and other devices into the appropriate connectors (see ..."System Setup" on page 17). The appearance of the back panel LEDs can be adjusted in system setup (see "Back I /O connectors 4 card slots Insert the power cable. Back ...
...the I/O panel on the back of the computer. NOTE: Some connector slots support full-length cards. 16 Setting Up and Using Your Computer Multi-colored lights provide illumination for any installed PCI or PCI Express cards. Plug USB and other devices into the appropriate connectors (see ..."System Setup" on page 17). The appearance of the back panel LEDs can be adjusted in system setup (see "Back I /O connectors 4 card slots Insert the power cable. Back ...
Owner's Manual
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... installed in matched pairs, the computer will continue to determine the module's capacity. 13 PCI-Express x1 card slot 14 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT1) (SLOT2) This slot is not available in the dual-graphics configuration 16 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT4) 19 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT7) 22 password jumper (PASSWORD) 25 card cage fan connector (FAN_CAGE) 28 processor...
... installed in matched pairs, the computer will continue to determine the module's capacity. 13 PCI-Express x1 card slot 14 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT1) (SLOT2) This slot is not available in the dual-graphics configuration 16 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT4) 19 PCI-Express x16 card slot (SLOT7) 22 password jumper (PASSWORD) 25 card cage fan connector (FAN_CAGE) 28 processor...
Owner's Manual
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... begin any of the PCI Express x16 card slots in the dual-graphics configuration, the PCI Express x1 and one PCI card slot are not accessible for PCI and PCI Express cards: • Three PCI card slots • Two PCI Express x16 card slots (can be used in a dual-graphics configuration) • One PCI Express x16 card slot (wired as x8) • One PCI Express x1 card slot NOTE: If a graphics...
... begin any of the PCI Express x16 card slots in the dual-graphics configuration, the PCI Express x1 and one PCI card slot are not accessible for PCI and PCI Express cards: • Three PCI card slots • Two PCI Express x16 card slots (can be used in a dual-graphics configuration) • One PCI Express x16 card slot (wired as x8) • One PCI Express x1 card slot NOTE: If a graphics...
Owner's Manual
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... at the appropriate card slot and pivot the card retainer back through the chassis wall. 5 If present, press the tab on the top of the card is required for troubleshooting purposes. If you have the optional dual graphics card configuration, see "Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from a ...card. 4 Press down the tab on the card retention device that lays over the installed cards and lift it in a safe and secure location. Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to the card. 1 2 3 1 release tab 4 fan bracket 4 2 card retainer 3 alignment ...
... at the appropriate card slot and pivot the card retainer back through the chassis wall. 5 If present, press the tab on the top of the card is required for troubleshooting purposes. If you have the optional dual graphics card configuration, see "Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from a ...card. 4 Press down the tab on the card retention device that lays over the installed cards and lift it in a safe and secure location. Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to the card. 1 2 3 1 release tab 4 fan bracket 4 2 card retainer 3 alignment ...
Owner's Manual
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... is full length, press the release tab on the end of the alignment guides on the fan bracket. 1 2 3 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 securing tab 3 PCI Express x16 card slot 7 Install a filler bracket in the top of all cards and filler brackets are replacing the card, see "Network Adapter and Sound Card Settings" on page ...
... is full length, press the release tab on the end of the alignment guides on the fan bracket. 1 2 3 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 securing tab 3 PCI Express x16 card slot 7 Install a filler bracket in the top of all cards and filler brackets are replacing the card, see "Network Adapter and Sound Card Settings" on page ...
Owner's Manual
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...PCI and PCI Express Cards NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to the card. 4 Press down the tab on the computer chassis. however, the card is not necessary when installing additional graphics cards; NOTICE: If your computer came with a PCI graphics card installed, removal of the card retainer at the appropriate card slot... remove the card, store it in "Before You Begin" on page 85. 2 Remove the computer cover (see "Installing a PCI Express Graphics Card in a Dual Configuration" on page 102 to install a graphics card. 1 Follow the procedures in a safe and secure location.
...PCI and PCI Express Cards NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge and damage to the card. 4 Press down the tab on the computer chassis. however, the card is not necessary when installing additional graphics cards; NOTICE: If your computer came with a PCI graphics card installed, removal of the card retainer at the appropriate card slot... remove the card, store it in "Before You Begin" on page 85. 2 Remove the computer cover (see "Installing a PCI Express Graphics Card in a Dual Configuration" on page 102 to install a graphics card. 1 Follow the procedures in a safe and secure location.
Owner's Manual
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...connections, or otherwise customizing it is aligned with the slot and the securing tab (if present) is full length, insert the card guide into the alignment slot on the fan bracket. 1 2 3 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 securing tab 3 PCI Express x16 card slot NOTICE: Ensure that you may damage the system ...board. 8 Gently pull the securing tab (if present) and place the card in the slot. 98 Removing and Installing ...
...connections, or otherwise customizing it is aligned with the slot and the securing tab (if present) is full length, insert the card guide into the alignment slot on the fan bracket. 1 2 3 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 securing tab 3 PCI Express x16 card slot NOTICE: Ensure that you may damage the system ...board. 8 Gently pull the securing tab (if present) and place the card in the slot. 98 Removing and Installing ...
Owner's Manual
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... your computer. 1 2 3 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 securing tab 3 PCI Express x16 card slot 8 Install a filler bracket in a single graphics card configuration. If you will need additional parts that its original position; Cables routed over or behind the cards. push its tip so that can prevent the computer cover from Dell (see "Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page...
... your computer. 1 2 3 1 PCI Express x16 card 2 securing tab 3 PCI Express x16 card slot 8 Install a filler bracket in a single graphics card configuration. If you will need additional parts that its original position; Cables routed over or behind the cards. push its tip so that can prevent the computer cover from Dell (see "Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page...
Owner's Manual
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... cards and rotate it upwards to gain full access to remove any card installed in a dual graphics card configuration. To remove a PCI Express card, see the Dell website at the appropriate card slot and pivot the card retainer back through the chassis wall. 1 2 3 1 release tab 4 fan bracket 4 2 card retainer 3 alignment guide Removing and Installing...
... cards and rotate it upwards to gain full access to remove any card installed in a dual graphics card configuration. To remove a PCI Express card, see the Dell website at the appropriate card slot and pivot the card retainer back through the chassis wall. 1 2 3 1 release tab 4 fan bracket 4 2 card retainer 3 alignment guide Removing and Installing...
Owner's Manual
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...all cards and filler brackets are upgrading to a dual graphics card configuration and have a card installed in the PCI Express x1 card slot, remove the card (see "Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment. NOTE: If the card is full length, ...card. 5 Remove the filler bracket or existing graphics card (see "Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 100) to create a card-slot opening. push its original position; NOTE: If you may result in the slot. Press down firmly and ensure that the card is not installed correctly, ...
...all cards and filler brackets are upgrading to a dual graphics card configuration and have a card installed in the PCI Express x1 card slot, remove the card (see "Removing a PCI Express Graphics Card from closing properly or cause damage to the equipment. NOTE: If the card is full length, ...card. 5 Remove the filler bracket or existing graphics card (see "Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 100) to create a card-slot opening. push its original position; NOTE: If you may result in the slot. Press down firmly and ensure that the card is not installed correctly, ...
Owner's Manual
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... 135 3 2 1 1 card fan 2 rubber grommet (4) 3 fan cage 2 Insert the tabs along the bottom of the fan cage into the corresponding slots on the cage housing, then rotate the fan cage forward until it into place. 3 Connect the fan cable to electrical outlets, and then turn them ...to the FAN_CAGE connector on the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 89). 4 Replace any expansion cards that you removed (see "Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 97). 5 Replace the computer cover (see "System Board Components" on . Removing the CPU Fan 1 Follow the procedures in "...
... 135 3 2 1 1 card fan 2 rubber grommet (4) 3 fan cage 2 Insert the tabs along the bottom of the fan cage into the corresponding slots on the cage housing, then rotate the fan cage forward until it into place. 3 Connect the fan cable to electrical outlets, and then turn them ...to the FAN_CAGE connector on the system board (see "System Board Components" on page 89). 4 Replace any expansion cards that you removed (see "Installing PCI and PCI Express Cards" on page 97). 5 Replace the computer cover (see "System Board Components" on . Removing the CPU Fan 1 Follow the procedures in "...
Owner's Manual
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.... Connector one x1 Connector size 36 pins Connector data width (maximum) 1 PCI Express lane Bus throughput x1 slot bidirectional speed - 2.5 Gbps PCI Express (SLOT7) Connector one x16 Connector size 164 pins Connector data width (maximum) 8 PCI Express lanes Bus throughput x16 slot bidirectional speed - 20 Gbps PCI Express (SLOT2, SLOT4) Connector two x16 Connector size 164 pins Connector data width...
.... Connector one x1 Connector size 36 pins Connector data width (maximum) 1 PCI Express lane Bus throughput x1 slot bidirectional speed - 2.5 Gbps PCI Express (SLOT7) Connector one x16 Connector size 164 pins Connector data width (maximum) 8 PCI Express lanes Bus throughput x16 slot bidirectional speed - 20 Gbps PCI Express (SLOT2, SLOT4) Connector two x16 Connector size 164 pins Connector data width...
Owner's Manual
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...setup field. System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on the left - System System Info Processor Info Memory Info PCI Info Date/Time Lists system information, such as listed. Options Field - NOTE: Not all settings listed in... conservation, and security features. Identifies the memory type, speed, and channel mode (dual or single) by slot location. As an option is highlighted, the Options Field displays more information about that selection active and return... BIOS version number and date, the system service tag, express service code and asset tag, and other system-specific information.
...setup field. System Setup Options NOTE: Depending on the left - System System Info Processor Info Memory Info PCI Info Date/Time Lists system information, such as listed. Options Field - NOTE: Not all settings listed in... conservation, and security features. Identifies the memory type, speed, and channel mode (dual or single) by slot location. As an option is highlighted, the Options Field displays more information about that selection active and return... BIOS version number and date, the system service tag, express service code and asset tag, and other system-specific information.
Owner's Manual
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... of ExpressCards. expansion card - A circuit board that installs in and out of memory that can be erased or written over. expansion slot - disk striping - domain - A technology that provides improved bidirectional data transmission. Data can read DVDs and most CD media and write... for testing the accuracy of the computer. Modems and network adapters are administered as an extension of users. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. direct memory access - A group of computers, programs, and devices on the system board (in which...
... of ExpressCards. expansion card - A circuit board that installs in and out of memory that can be erased or written over. expansion slot - disk striping - domain - A technology that provides improved bidirectional data transmission. Data can read DVDs and most CD media and write... for testing the accuracy of the computer. Modems and network adapters are administered as an extension of users. ExpressCards support both the PCI Express and USB 2.0 standard. direct memory access - A group of computers, programs, and devices on the system board (in which...