Anyone know how to remove this part right next to my video card?

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itfgamer

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I am planning to buy a GTX 1060 FE 6 GB from NVIDIA, but, there is a problem.

I opened up my computer, and found out that the 1060 will not fit in my Alienware X51 R2.

Why? There is a little thing in the way.

I need to know if I can remove it, and if I can, how. If not, then please give me some info.

Picture Link: http://imgur.com/a/IW6e2

I think it's some type of pin connector holder, idk.

Thanks!
 
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You can remove that plastic hook. Just look at the back of that board and remove any screws attached to it. If there are none, use a slotted screwdriver to remove it. If you can't remove it, you can get a mini GTX 1060 6GB, and it will fit. But be aware that the case will melt your GPU, you need to give it a good airflow.
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Gahl1k

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You can remove that plastic hook. Just look at the back of that board and remove any screws attached to it. If there are none, use a slotted screwdriver to remove it. If you can't remove it, you can get a mini GTX 1060 6GB, and it will fit. But be aware that the case will melt your GPU, you need to give it a good airflow.
 
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itfgamer

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It can fit a dual slot
 
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itfgamer

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I would recommend cards that have blower-type fans instead. (max length = 9.5")
 
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It works. 2nd one worked. Thank you! :D
 
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You may be right, I have no Idea what the airflow is like inside an alienware pc. The short cards would just be easier to fit is all.
I like blower style cards myself but most manufacturers seem to favour the other type and most cases can handle the extra heat.
 
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