GPU Replacement

ID: 154912

Description: This guide details the replacement of a...

Steps:

1. Establish a clean work space.

2. Turn the desktop's power supply off.
3. Unplug the desktop from all power sources.

4. Remove the screws on the side of the case.
5. Screw types may vary by desktop case.
6. These screws hold the side panel, which promotes airflow inside the desktop. Do not misplace them.

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

8. Place the desktop horizontally, so the motherboard is facing up.

9. Disconnect the 8-pin PCI-E cable from the GPU.

10. Remove the UTS 6-32 screws on the side of the desktop using a Phillips #0 or a flathead screwdriver.
11. These screws hold the GPU in place. Do not misplace them.

12. Gently press down on the right side of the PCI-E tab until there is a click.
13. The click signifies the GPU has been released.

14. Gently pull the GPU out of the PCI-E slot.

15. Line up the pins of the new GPU with the empty PCI-E slot.
16. Gently push the new GPU into the PCI-E slot until the tab clicks.

17. Gently connect the 8-pin PCI-E cable from the power supply to the new GPU.

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

19. Gently place the side panel back on the case.

20. Screw in the side panel screws.

21. Plug the desktop back into a power source.
22. Turn the desktop's power supply on.
23. 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.