iBUYPOWER Graphics Processing Unit GPU/Graphics Card Installation Guide
- June 3, 2024
- iBUYPOWER
Table of Contents
iBUYPOWER Graphics Processing Unit GPU/Graphics Card
Install your Graphics Processing Unit GPU/Graphics Card)
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Open side panel
Make sure your PC is turned off and not plugged in. Open the side panel.
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Remove screws
Remove the screws on the rear of the case that will be holding the graphics card in place. You may have to remove either the first, second, or third screw on the back, depending on your motherboard. -
Prepare to slot the GPU
Line the graphics card up with the PCI-e slot on the motherboard, as shown in the image below. -
Insert the GPU in the PCl-e Slot
Insert the graphics card into the PCl-e slot by pressing firmly until you hear or feel the latch click.
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Secure the Retention Bracket
Use the screws from earlier to secure the metal retention bracket of the graphics card land PCI screw cover if applicable).
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Connect cables to graphics card
Locate and connect the power cablels). It is possible that the power supply will have extra ca- bles; that is okay as long as AlLL the connectors on the graphics card are plugged in.
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Reinstall side panel and continue PC setup
Put the side panel back on, you are finished. You may follow the rest of the main quick start guide to complete setting up your new PC.