Replacing the system board

Replacing the system board

To replace the system board:

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3 Remove the processor air duct by following the instructions in “Removing the processor air duct” on page 33.

4 Remove the memory modules by following the instructions in “Installing memory” on page 45.

5 Remove all of the expansion cards by following the instructions in “Installing PCI expansion cards” on page 47.

6 Remove the heat sink and processor by following the instructions in “Replacing the processor” on page 51.

7 Disconnect the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.)

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