Sound Blaster Xtreme Audio PCI Express Quest

I assumed these were uni'versally compatible with PCs but when I opened my Dell tower it doesn't seem to fit in a slot. Can anyone think of anything I'm doing wrong? or are they not compatible with most PCs?Thanks for any help!

As the model name says; PCI Express -> you can connect this model into a PCI Express slot (x, x4 or x6 type slot). Remember always read the Requirements part too.
If your Motherboard doesn't have one then your card has more use in your bookshelf.
jutapaMessage Edited by jutapa on 02-9-2008:06 PM

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