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Figure 4. Sliding the power-supply unit cage release latches 1 power-supply unit 3 power-supply unit cage release cage latches (2) 2 chassis 10 Lift the power-supply unit cage while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 8 Installing the U.2 solid-state drive 3 U.2 solid-state drive 8 Slide the U.2 solid-state drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until it snaps into place. U.2 solid-state drive assembly 1 solid-state drive assembly 2 chassis 9 Slide the power-supply unit cage release latches towards the unlock position. Figure 5.
Figure 4. Sliding the power-supply unit cage release latches 1 power-supply unit 3 power-supply unit cage release cage latches (2) 2 chassis 10 Lift the power-supply unit cage while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 8 Installing the U.2 solid-state drive 3 U.2 solid-state drive 8 Slide the U.2 solid-state drive assembly into the hard-drive cage until it snaps into place. U.2 solid-state drive assembly 1 solid-state drive assembly 2 chassis 9 Slide the power-supply unit cage release latches towards the unlock position. Figure 5.
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Rotating the power-supply unit 1 power-supply unit cage 3 chassis 11 Rotate the power-supply unit cage away from the chassis. 2 graphics-card bracket Installing the U.2 solid-state drive 9 Figure 6.
Rotating the power-supply unit 1 power-supply unit cage 3 chassis 11 Rotate the power-supply unit cage away from the chassis. 2 graphics-card bracket Installing the U.2 solid-state drive 9 Figure 6.
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Figure 7. Rotating the power-supply unit 1 power-supply unit 12 Lift to release the graphics-card bracket from the chassis. 10 Installing the U.2 solid-state drive
Figure 7. Rotating the power-supply unit 1 power-supply unit 12 Lift to release the graphics-card bracket from the chassis. 10 Installing the U.2 solid-state drive
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Installing the U.2 solid-state drive 11 Removing the graphics card 1 graphics-card bracket 2 graphics card 13 Press the releasing clip on the power-cable connectors and disconnect the power cables from the graphics card. 14 Push the securing tab on the PCIe slot away from the graphics card, grasp the card by its top corner, and ease it out of the slot. Figure 8.
Installing the U.2 solid-state drive 11 Removing the graphics card 1 graphics-card bracket 2 graphics card 13 Press the releasing clip on the power-cable connectors and disconnect the power cables from the graphics card. 14 Push the securing tab on the PCIe slot away from the graphics card, grasp the card by its top corner, and ease it out of the slot. Figure 8.
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Figure 9. Removing the graphics card 1 power cables 3 graphics card 2 releasing clips (2) 4 securing tab 15 Slide the fan cable and the data and power cable through the power-supply unit cage. 16 Connect the fan cable to the system board. 17 Connect the power cable to the power-supply unit. 18 Connect the data cable to the connector on the solid-state drive adapter. 19 Slide the solid-state drive adapter to the solid-state drive slot and replace the screw that secures the solid-state drive adapter to the system board. 12 Installing the U.2 solid-state drive
Figure 9. Removing the graphics card 1 power cables 3 graphics card 2 releasing clips (2) 4 securing tab 15 Slide the fan cable and the data and power cable through the power-supply unit cage. 16 Connect the fan cable to the system board. 17 Connect the power cable to the power-supply unit. 18 Connect the data cable to the connector on the solid-state drive adapter. 19 Slide the solid-state drive adapter to the solid-state drive slot and replace the screw that secures the solid-state drive adapter to the system board. 12 Installing the U.2 solid-state drive
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... drive adapter 6 fan cable 20 Align the graphics card with the slot on the system board. 21 Place the graphics card into the slot and press down firmly until the graphics card snaps into place. 22 Connect the power cables to the graphics card. 23 Slide the tab on the graphics-card bracket into the slot on the chassis and...
... drive adapter 6 fan cable 20 Align the graphics card with the slot on the system board. 21 Place the graphics card into the slot and press down firmly until the graphics card snaps into place. 22 Connect the power cables to the graphics card. 23 Slide the tab on the graphics-card bracket into the slot on the chassis and...
Aurora R7 Setup and Specifications
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... documentation shipped with the keyboard and mouse. 2. NOTE: If you have two graphics cards, the card installed in PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 1) is covered. Connect the power cable. 4 NOTE: For setup instructions, see the knowledge base article SLN129825 at https://www.dell.com/support. 4. NOTE: For more information about setting up your computer. Connect...
... documentation shipped with the keyboard and mouse. 2. NOTE: If you have two graphics cards, the card installed in PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 1) is covered. Connect the power cable. 4 NOTE: For setup instructions, see the knowledge base article SLN129825 at https://www.dell.com/support. 4. NOTE: For more information about setting up your computer. Connect...
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Setting up the Virtual Reality (VR) headset - optional NOTE: The VR headset is sold separately. 1. Connect the VR headset to any available port on the card. 3. Download and run the setup tools for your computer, when prompted. NOTE: Connect the headset to the HDMI port on the primary graphics card and connect the display to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 and HDMI ports on the screen to complete the setup. 7 Follow the instructions on your VR headset at www.dell.com/VRsupport. 2.
Setting up the Virtual Reality (VR) headset - optional NOTE: The VR headset is sold separately. 1. Connect the VR headset to any available port on the card. 3. Download and run the setup tools for your computer, when prompted. NOTE: Connect the headset to the HDMI port on the primary graphics card and connect the display to the USB 3.1 Gen 1 and HDMI ports on the screen to complete the setup. 7 Follow the instructions on your VR headset at www.dell.com/VRsupport. 2.
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... you have two graphics cards, the card installed in PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 1) is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer. Power-supply diagnostics light Indicates the power-supply state. 8. PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 2) Connect a PCI-Express card such as graphics, audio, or network card to remove the...
... you have two graphics cards, the card installed in PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 1) is a unique alphanumeric identifier that enables Dell service technicians to identify the hardware components in your computer. Power-supply diagnostics light Indicates the power-supply state. 8. PCI-Express X16 (graphics slot 2) Connect a PCI-Express card such as graphics, audio, or network card to remove the...
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... a microphone or CD player. 11. Microphone port Connect an external microphone to the hard drive. 2. 10. Side panel release latch Allows you to the discrete graphics card of your computer. 11. Optical S/PDIF port Connect an amplifier, speakers, or a TV for Kensington locks) Connect a security cable to 480 Mbps. 4. DisplayPort Connect an...
... a microphone or CD player. 11. Microphone port Connect an external microphone to the hard drive. 2. 10. Side panel release latch Allows you to the discrete graphics card of your computer. 11. Optical S/PDIF port Connect an amplifier, speakers, or a TV for Kensington locks) Connect a security cable to 480 Mbps. 4. DisplayPort Connect an...
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... 64-bit version or higher (Anniversary Update) • Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version 15.5.xxxx or higher Table 6. Connect the display to the discrete graphics card of your computer. Intel Optane memory Intel Optane memory functions as hard drives and solid-state drives (SSDs). It accelerates the system and any type...
... 64-bit version or higher (Anniversary Update) • Intel Rapid Storage Technology driver version 15.5.xxxx or higher Table 6. Connect the display to the discrete graphics card of your computer. Intel Optane memory Intel Optane memory functions as hard drives and solid-state drives (SSDs). It accelerates the system and any type...
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...system memory Up to two PCI-Express X16, single-width/double-width, full length (maximum 10.5 inches) NOTE: The graphics configuration of your desktop varies depending on the storage configuration. Audio specifications Controller Type Realtek ALC3861 Integrated 7.1 channel audio with ...inch hard drives • One 3.5-inch hard drive and two 2.5-inch hard drives NOTE: The primary drive of your computer varies depending on the graphics card configuration ordered. • AMD or NVIDIA • Also supports NVIDIA SLI and AMD Crossfire technologies Up to 867 Mbps (1.867 Gbps with a ...
...system memory Up to two PCI-Express X16, single-width/double-width, full length (maximum 10.5 inches) NOTE: The graphics configuration of your desktop varies depending on the storage configuration. Audio specifications Controller Type Realtek ALC3861 Integrated 7.1 channel audio with ...inch hard drives • One 3.5-inch hard drive and two 2.5-inch hard drives NOTE: The primary drive of your computer varies depending on the graphics card configuration ordered. • AMD or NVIDIA • Also supports NVIDIA SLI and AMD Crossfire technologies Up to 867 Mbps (1.867 Gbps with a ...
Aurora R7 Service Manual
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...-requisites...58 Removing the solid-state drive 60 Prerequisites...60 Procedure...60 Replacing the solid-state drive 61 Procedure...61 Post-requisites...61 Removing the graphics card 62 Prerequisites...62 Procedure...62 Replacing the graphics card 64 Procedure...64 Post-requisites...64 Removing the VR heat sink 65 Prerequisites...65 Procedure...65 5
...-requisites...58 Removing the solid-state drive 60 Prerequisites...60 Procedure...60 Replacing the solid-state drive 61 Procedure...61 Post-requisites...61 Removing the graphics card 62 Prerequisites...62 Procedure...62 Replacing the graphics card 64 Procedure...64 Post-requisites...64 Removing the VR heat sink 65 Prerequisites...65 Procedure...65 5
Aurora R7 Service Manual
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... the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Technical overview WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in Before working inside your computer 1 power-supply unit 3 top cover 5 system board 7 graphics card 2 optical-drive assembly 4 top-chassis fan 6 processor...
... the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Technical overview WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer and follow the instructions in Before working inside your computer 1 power-supply unit 3 top cover 5 system board 7 graphics card 2 optical-drive assembly 4 top-chassis fan 6 processor...
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... (SATA3) 13 solid-state drive slot (M.2 SSD) 15 Password reset jumper (PASSWORD JUMPER) 17 LED controller connector (LED_CONTROLLER) 19 PCI-Express x4 slot (SLOT2) 21 graphics-card power connector (GPU_POWER) 23 processor socket (CPU1) 2 processor-cooling assembly pump-fan connector (PUMP_FAN) 4 memory-module slot 1 (XMM1) 6 memory-module slot 3 (XMM3) 8 front-chassis fan... PCI-Express x16 mechanical/x8 electrical slot (SLOT4) 18 PCI-Express x4 slot (SLOT3) 20 PCI-Express x16 mechanical/x8 electrical slot (SLOT1) 22 wireless-card slot (M.2 WIFI) 14
... (SATA3) 13 solid-state drive slot (M.2 SSD) 15 Password reset jumper (PASSWORD JUMPER) 17 LED controller connector (LED_CONTROLLER) 19 PCI-Express x4 slot (SLOT2) 21 graphics-card power connector (GPU_POWER) 23 processor socket (CPU1) 2 processor-cooling assembly pump-fan connector (PUMP_FAN) 4 memory-module slot 1 (XMM1) 6 memory-module slot 3 (XMM3) 8 front-chassis fan... PCI-Express x16 mechanical/x8 electrical slot (SLOT4) 18 PCI-Express x4 slot (SLOT3) 20 PCI-Express x16 mechanical/x8 electrical slot (SLOT1) 22 wireless-card slot (M.2 WIFI) 14
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...3 Slide the power-supply unit cage release latches towards the unlock position. 4 Lift the power-supply unit cage while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 5 Slide the fan cable and the data and power cable through the power-supply unit cage. 6 Disconnect the fan cable from... the solid-state drive adapter to the system board. 35 For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the U.2 solid-state drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the solid-state...
...3 Slide the power-supply unit cage release latches towards the unlock position. 4 Lift the power-supply unit cage while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 5 Slide the fan cable and the data and power cable through the power-supply unit cage. 6 Disconnect the fan cable from... the solid-state drive adapter to the system board. 35 For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Removing the U.2 solid-state drive WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secures the solid-state...
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3 Lift the power-supply unit cage while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 1 power-supply unit cage 3 chassis 2 graphics-card bracket 44
3 Lift the power-supply unit cage while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 1 power-supply unit cage 3 chassis 2 graphics-card bracket 44
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4 Rotate the power-supply unit cage away from the chassis. 1 power-supply unit 5 Press the releasing clip on the power-cable connectors and disconnect the power cables from the graphics card. 6 Disconnect the power cables from the optical drive and hard drives. 45
4 Rotate the power-supply unit cage away from the chassis. 1 power-supply unit 5 Press the releasing clip on the power-cable connectors and disconnect the power cables from the graphics card. 6 Disconnect the power cables from the optical drive and hard drives. 45
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7 Disconnect the processor-power cable and system-board power cable from the system board. 1 power-supply unit 3 graphics-card power cables (2) 5 hard-drive power cable 7 optical-drive power cable 2 hard-drive power cable 4 releasing clips (2) 6 processor-power cable 8 system-board power cable 8 Rotate the power-supply unit cage towards the chassis until the unit snaps into place. 9 Remove the screws that secure the power-supply unit bracket to the power-supply unit cage. 46
7 Disconnect the processor-power cable and system-board power cable from the system board. 1 power-supply unit 3 graphics-card power cables (2) 5 hard-drive power cable 7 optical-drive power cable 2 hard-drive power cable 4 releasing clips (2) 6 processor-power cable 8 system-board power cable 8 Rotate the power-supply unit cage towards the chassis until the unit snaps into place. 9 Remove the screws that secure the power-supply unit bracket to the power-supply unit cage. 46
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... the steps in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replacing the power-supply unit WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the power...unlock position. 7 Lift and rotate the power-supply unit cage away from the chassis while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 8 Connect the power cables to the graphics card, hard drives, and optical drive. 9 Connect the processor-power cable and system-board power cable to the chassis...
... the steps in After working inside your computer. For more safety best practices, see the Regulatory Compliance home page at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance. Replacing the power-supply unit WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that secure the power...unlock position. 7 Lift and rotate the power-supply unit cage away from the chassis while pressing and holding the graphics-card bracket. 8 Connect the power cables to the graphics card, hard drives, and optical drive. 9 Connect the processor-power cable and system-board power cable to the chassis...