How Do I Install A New Graphics Card (I am a newbie)

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Hey there!
I am thinking of getting my graphics card replaced with a new one but because I didn't build my PC I have not a clue on how to do it. I will answer any questions you need from me and I have included 2 pictures of my PC.
The card I currently have is a "Nvidia GeForce GT 710" and I want to install a "MSI Nvidia GeForce GTX 1060 6GB Gaming X" Card.
Images:
http://i.imgur.com/iUEewAd.jpg
http://i.imgur.com/6BKLwfy.jpg
 
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Ok first of all measure the space you have inside of your computer because the 1060 Gaming x is a monster 11 in long card and i really dont think you have enough space. if you do and i am wrong here is what you need to do.

1: turn off the computer and unplug it,
2: unplug the 4pin power connectors entering the GPU if there are any by the looks of it you may be using PICe only power which is fine.
3: unscrew the retaining screw attatching the graphics card to the frame at the back of the case and save it.
4: locate PCIe rentention lock for the socket and push it down letting the card pop out slightly. the lever will be lockated at the right hand end of the plastic socket that the graphics card is plugged into at the motherboard simply...
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Ok first of all measure the space you have inside of your computer because the 1060 Gaming x is a monster 11 in long card and i really dont think you have enough space. if you do and i am wrong here is what you need to do.

1: turn off the computer and unplug it,
2: unplug the 4pin power connectors entering the GPU if there are any by the looks of it you may be using PICe only power which is fine.
3: unscrew the retaining screw attatching the graphics card to the frame at the back of the case and save it.
4: locate PCIe rentention lock for the socket and push it down letting the card pop out slightly. the lever will be lockated at the right hand end of the plastic socket that the graphics card is plugged into at the motherboard simply press it towards the motherboard.
5: remove the old graphics card.
6: remove a second rear PCIe cover to free up a second rear slot, you see the hole where the old card stuck through, youll need two of those now. pliers may be required.
7: you will need a single 8pin PICe power connector. your power supply likely has one in the bundle of loose cables on the right side of your case. find it and free it.
8. carefully slot the new card into the same socket as before and press down until you hear the click of the retention arm locking the card down.
9. rescrew the screw from earlier to secure the card to the rear of the case
10: plug in the 8pin power connector we found earlier and boot the system
 
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