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OptiPlex 3000 Tower Service Manual

Installing the Dell Ultra Speed Drive Gen4 card

Prerequisites

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

About this task

The following image indicates the location of the Dell Ultra Speed Drive Gen4 card and provides a visual representation of the installation procedure.

Image: Installing the Dell Ultra Speed Drive

Steps

  1. NOTE: The Dell Ultra Speed Drive Gen4 card must be installed in the PCIe x4 slot.
    Align the Dell Ultra Speed Drive Gen4 card with the PCIe slot on the system board.
  2. Using the alignment post on the PCIe slot, connect the card in the connector and press down firmly.
  3. Ensure that the card is firmly seated.
  4. Close the PCI door.

Next steps

  1. Install the side cover.
  2. Follow the procedure in after working inside your computer.

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