Prerequisites
Ensure that you read the Safety instructions.
Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system .
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals.
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
If installed, remove the front bezel. For more information, see Removing the front bezel .
Remove the system cover.
Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver handy.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that are shipped with your product.
Removing the integrated storage controller card:
Loosen the screws that secure the integrated storage controller cable to the integrated storage-controller card connector on the system board.
Lift the integrated storage controller cable out.
Lift one end of the card and angle it to disengage the card from the integrated storage-controller card holder on system board.
Lift the card out of the chassis.
Installing the integrated storage controller card:
Align the end of the integrated storage-controller card opposite the connector with the integrated storage-controller card holder.
Lower the connector side of the integrated storage-controller card into the integrated storage-controller card connector on the system board. Ensure that the tabs on the system board align with the screw holes on the integrated storage-controller card.
Align the screws on the integrated storage-controller card cable with the screw holes on the connector.
Tighten the screws to secure the integrated storage-controller card cable with the integrated storage-controller card connector on the system board.
Replace the expansion-card riser 1.
Replace the cooling shroud.
Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system .
Install the system cover. For more information, see Installing the system cover .
Install the optional bezel. For more information, see Installing the front bezel .
Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and peripherals.
Turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
