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Inspiron 3891 Service Manual

Installing the serial and parallel ports expansion card

Prerequisites

If you are replacing a component, remove the existing component before performing the installation process.

About this task

The following image(s) indicate the location of the serial and parallel ports expansion card and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Removing the serial and parallel ports expansion card

Steps

  1. Align the serial and parallel ports expansion card with the PCIe x1 card slot on the system board.
  2. Using the alignment post, insert the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card is firmly seated.
  3. Close the expansion-card door.
  4. Place the computer in an upright position.

Next steps

  1. Install the left-side cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.

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