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Graphics Card Bracket

Dell™ Studio XPS™ 8000 Service Manual

  Removing the Graphics Card Bracket

  Replacing the Graphics Card Bracket

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.

Removing the Graphics Card Bracket

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
   
   
3. Remove the two screws that secure the graphics card bracket to the drive panel.
   
   
4. Pivot the graphics card bracket up and lift it off the hinge clamp slot.
   
   

1	hinge clamp slot	2	hinge clamp
3	screws (2)	4	graphics card bracket

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

Replacing the Graphics Card Bracket

1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
   
   
2. Align and insert the hinge clamp on the graphics card bracket into the hinge clamp slot on the chassis.
   
   
3. Pivot the graphics card bracket downward.
   
   
4. Replace the two screws that secure the graphics card bracket to the drive panel.
   
   
5. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
   
   

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