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 Graphics Card Bracket

Dell™StudioXPS™7100ServiceManual

Removing the Graphics Card Bracket

Replacing the Graphics Card Bracket

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Removing the Graphics Card Bracket

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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

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2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).

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3. Remove the two screws that secure the graphics card bracket to the chassis.

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4. Lift the graphics card bracket off the chassis.

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5. Set the graphics card bracket aside in a secure location.

Replacing the Graphics Card Bracket

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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

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2. Align the screw holes on the graphics card bracket with the screw holes on chassis.

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3. Replace the two screws that secure the graphics card bracket to the chassis.

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4. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

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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: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.

WARNING: Do not operate your computer with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)

removed.

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.

NOTE: The graphic card bracket is present in your computer only if you ordered a double-width graphics card at the time of purchase.

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