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Installing System Components 143
3
Locate the SD card slot on the internal dual SD module and press inward
on the card to release it from the slot and remove the card.
4
Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 90.
5
Reconnect the system and peripherals to their power sources, and turn
them on.
Integrated Storage Controller Card
Your system includes a dedicated expansion-card slot on the system board for
an integrated controller card that provides the integrated storage subsystem
for your system’s internal hard drives. The controller supports SAS and SATA
hard drives and also enables you to set up the hard drives in RAID
configurations as supported by the version of the storage controller included
with your system.
Removing the Integrated Storage Controller Card
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 came
with the product.
1
Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect
the system from the electrical outlet.
2
Open the system. See "Opening the System" on page 89.
3
Remove the I/O card. See "Removing the I/O Card" on page 134.
4
Disconnect the cables connected to the storage controller card. See
Figure 3-1 for the location of the integrated storage controller card in
the system.
5
Grasp the card by its edges and lift the card to remove it from the
connector on the system board.
6
Install the I/O card. See "Installing the I/O Card" on page 135
7
Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 90.
8
Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on,
including any attached peripherals.
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