Replacing your video card.

Lance Donadel and 2 other contributors

Last updated on September 20, 2023

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Step 1 Step 1

• Make sure power is off, and remove the side panel.
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Step 2 Step 2

• Remove the screws that hold the GPU in on the rear bracket.
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Step 3 Step 3

• Unlock the PCI-e slot chip.
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Step 4 Step 4
• Remove the GPU by gently pulling on the card.
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Step 5 Step 5
• Hover the new GPU over the PCI-e slot.
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Step 6 Step 6
• Push down on the card to slide the connector into the slot.
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Step 7 Step 7
• Ensure that the secure locks click into place.
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Step 8 Step 8
• Screw the rear bracket down to secure the card to the chassis.
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Step 9 Step 9
• Reconnect any required GPU cables.
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Step 10 Step 10
• Reattach the side panel.
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Lance Donadel

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