I'm having a hard time removing a dead AGP video card from one of my older computers. I have a replacement on the way, and am trying to remove the current video card. The problem? I can't get the dang retention mechanism unlocked. This wasn't a computer I built, I haven't had to mess with this specific kind of lock before, and the manual for my motherboard isn't helping me much. [url=http://www.intel.com/design/chipsets/agprm/index.htm?iid=ipp_810chpst+info_agp%26]This[/url] is the culprit. The tab on the dang thing is right next to a capacitor on the motherboard, so I don't want to try using my hands to force it off. Tweezers don't reach it and I can't do much with a screwdriver except bend it. I'm not entirely sure how its even supposed to be moved. This is really making me feel stupid. Any help would be appreciated.I feel stupid for this, but...(removing AGP video card)
You have to just move a little bit that thing. I feel stupid for this, but...(removing AGP video card)
Or break it.
I always had that problem with my 6800 GT. The card was so big that you couldn't get at the lever at all.Eventually I just got frustrated and used a tool that is skinny with a good reach (pencil, screwdriver, etc.) and removed all other devices from my computer and just used the tool to get at the lever. It seems like a lot of work (well it is for what you're trying to accomplish) but it can be done in a matter of minutes.If your computer were laying on its side on your cpu was facing directly upwards, you would have to push the lever down towards the ground to get it to release. In other words, you're pushing it towards the motherboard.
some AGP slots have kind a lock behind it...
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