Graphics Card
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Replacing the Graphics Card
1
Align the graphics card with the PCI-Express x16 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.
3
Connect the power cable to the graphics card, if applicable.
4
Replace the card-retention bracket, ensuring that:
• The guide clamp is aligned with the guide notch.
• The top of all cards and filler brackets are flush with the alignment bar.
• The notch on top of the card or filler bracket fits around the
alignment guide.
1 PCI-Express x16 connector
2 graphics card
3 securing tab
4 power cable
1
4
2
3
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Summary of Contents for XPS 8500
Page 11: ...Contents 11 ...
Page 12: ...12 Contents ...
Page 16: ...16 After Working Inside Your Computer ...
Page 18: ...18 Technical Overview Front View of Your Computer 1 2 3 11 10 9 8 7 6 1 5 4 ...
Page 24: ...24 Computer Cover 1 thumbscrew 2 computer cover 2 1 ...
Page 26: ...26 Computer Cover ...
Page 42: ...42 Graphics Card ...
Page 52: ...52 Wireless Mini Card ...
Page 56: ...56 Mini Card Antennas ...
Page 60: ...60 mSATA Drive ...
Page 72: ...72 Optical Drive s ...
Page 76: ...76 Media Card Reader ...
Page 80: ...80 Top Cover ...
Page 82: ...82 Top I O Panel 1 screws 2 2 top I O panel 3 top panel 2 1 3 ...
Page 84: ...84 Top I O Panel ...
Page 88: ...88 Front USB Panel ...
Page 92: ...92 Power Button Module ...
Page 96: ...96 Chassis Fan ...
Page 100: ...100 Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly ...
Page 110: ...110 Coin Cell Battery ...
Page 114: ...114 Power Supply Unit ...
Page 118: ...118 System Board ...
Page 131: ...System Setup Utility 131 ...
Page 132: ...132 System Setup Utility ...
Page 136: ...136 Specifications ...