Push the lever to lock the compartment.Ĭonnect the Razer Core to a power outlet using the provided power cable.Ĭonnect the Razer Core to your laptop using the Thunderbolt 3 (USB-C) cable.Push the compartment into the enclosure until completely shut.Plug the GPU power connectors into the graphics card.Insert the compatible graphics card into the PCI-E port.Remove the PCI-E slot cover and thumbscrew.

Peel off the tape and remove the protective foam.

Pull out the compartment from the enclosure.

Install the graphics card into the Razer Core. If you just updated Windows, please install the 'Optional updates' under Settings > Windows Update > Advanced options. See How to get the latest software and driver updates from Windows.

You can view the video below for instructions or review a copy of the video transcript.įollow the steps below to set up the Razer Core properly:Įnsure the operating system on your laptop is up to date.

To see a list of Razer Core-supported Razer Blade models, check out Razer Core | RC21-00940 Support and FAQs.

PC with Thunderbolt 3 external graphics support.

Razer Core compatible PCI-E graphics card.

Properly setting up the Razer Core is important to avoid issues or any damages to components.īefore proceeding, you will need the following: The Razer Core is an external enclosure for your graphics card (eGPU) that boosts your gaming experience by enhancing your laptop’s graphics processing performance.

How to install graphic card in laptop