Proceed as follows to remove the card.

1. Shut down the computer.

2. Switch off the power supply of the computer.

3. Unplug the mains power line.

4. Open the computer on the side where you can reach the card freely.

5. Disconnect all external connecting cables from the card.

6. Release the fixing screws.

7. Carefully pull the card out of the PCI(e) slot.

8. Store the card in suitable packaging.

9. Close the computer.

10. Insert the mains plug into the earthed socket.

11. Switch on the power supply of the computer.

12. Start the computer.