Dell T8243 Personal Computer User Manual


 
Removing and Installing Parts 71
4
If you are removing the card permanently, install a filler bracket in the empty card-slot
opening.
If you need a filler bracket, contact Dell (see
page 108
).
NOTE: Installing filler brackets over empty card-slot openings is necessary to maintain FCC certification
of the computer. The brackets also keep dust and dirt out of your computer.
5
Secure the card(s) in the computer.
NOTICE: To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network device and then plug it into
the computer.
6
Replace the computer cover, reconnect the computer and devices to electrical outlets, and
then turn them on.
7
Remove the card’s driver from the operating system.
8
Install any drivers required for the card as described in the card documentation.
Drives
Your computer supports a combination of these devices:
One serial ATA drive
One FlexBay drive (optional floppy drive or media card reader)
One CD or DVD drive
Connect CD/DVD drives to the connector labeled "IDE" on the system board. Serial ATA hard
drives should be connected to the connectors labeled "SATA0" or "SATA2" on the system board.
FlexBay for optional floppy
drive or media card reader
(under CD/DVD drive)
hard drive
CD/DVD drive