Dell OPTIPLEX 740 User Manual

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PCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters
PCI, PCI Express Cards, and PS/2 Serial Port Adapters
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YourDell™computersupportsaPS/2serialportadapterandprovidesthefollowingconnectorsforPCIandPCIExpresscards:
l One low-profile PCI card slot
l One low-profile PCI Express x16 card slot
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PCI Cards
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Installing a PCI Card
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1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
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2. Gently lift the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside and pivot the latch open.
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3. If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then continue with step 5.
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4. If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card. If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. Then
continue with step6.
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5. Prepare the card for installation.
CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.
NOTICE: To prevent static damage to components inside your computer, discharge static electricity from your body before you touch any of your
computer's electronic components. You can do so by touching an unpainted metal surface on the computer chassis.
NOTE: Your Dell computer uses only PCI and PCI Express slots. ISA cards are not supported.
NOTE: For PCI card locations, see System Board Components.
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release tab
2
card retention latch
3
card
4
card-edge connector
5
card connector
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Dell OPTIPLEX 740 Specifications

General

Audio	Integrated High Definition Audio
Processor	AMD Athlon 64 X2, AMD Sempron
Memory	Up to 8GB DDR2
Storage	SATA HDD
Graphics	Optional discrete graphics
Form Factor	Mini Tower
Expansion Slots	1 PCI-e x16
Optical Drive	DVD-ROM, DVD+/-RW
Network	Integrated 10/100/1000 Ethernet
Power Supply	Mini-Tower: 305W
Ports	USB 2.0, serial, parallel, VGA, audio
Operating System	Windows XP