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GPU Replacement

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    1. GPU Replacement, Graphics Processing Unit: step 1, image 1 of 1
      • Establish a clean work space.

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    2. GPU Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 2, image 3 of 3
      • Turn the desktop's power supply off.

      • Unplug the desktop from all power sources.

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    3. GPU Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 GPU Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the screws on the side of the case.

      • Screw types may vary by desktop case.

      • These screws hold the side panel, which promotes airflow inside the desktop. Do not misplace them.

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      • Gently remove the side panel by pulling it away from the case.

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    5. GPU Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 1
      • Place the desktop horizontally, so the motherboard is facing up.

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    6. GPU Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 6, image 3 of 3
      • Disconnect the 8-pin PCI-E cable from the GPU.

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      • Remove the UTS 6-32 screws on the side of the desktop using a Phillips #0 or a flathead screwdriver.

      • These screws hold the GPU in place. Do not misplace them.

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      • Gently press down on the right side of the PCI-E tab until there is a click.

      • The click signifies the GPU has been released.

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    9. GPU Replacement: step 9, image 1 of 1
      • Gently pull the GPU out of the PCI-E slot.

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    10. GPU Replacement: step 10, image 1 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 10, image 2 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 10, image 3 of 3
      • Line up the pins of the new GPU with the empty PCI-E slot.

      • Gently push the new GPU into the PCI-E slot until the tab clicks.

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    11. GPU Replacement: step 11, image 1 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 11, image 2 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 11, image 3 of 3
      • Gently connect the 8-pin PCI-E cable from the power supply to the new GPU.

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      • Screw the UTS 6-32 screws which hold the GPU in place back in using a Phillips #0 screwdriver.

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    13. GPU Replacement: step 13, image 1 of 1
      • Gently place the side panel back on the case.

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    14. GPU Replacement: step 14, image 1 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 14, image 2 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 14, image 3 of 3
      • Screw in the side panel screws.

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    15. GPU Replacement: step 15, image 1 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 15, image 2 of 3 GPU Replacement: step 15, image 3 of 3
      • Plug the desktop back into a power source.

      • Turn the desktop's power supply on.

      • If the fans on the bottom of the GPU are not spinning once the desktop is on, retry this process. Or begin troubleshooting for a defective GPU.

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