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Installing the System Board
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
1Lower the
2Ensure that all 17
3Slide the
4Replace the SAS backplane. See "Installing the SAS Backplane Board" on page 120.
5Replace the sideplane. See "Installing the Sideplane Board" on page 118
6Reinstall the TOE key, if applicable. See Figure
7Replace the heatsink(s) and microprocessor(s). See "Installing a Processor" on page 108.
8Replace the memory modules. See "Installing Memory Modules" on page 102.
9If applicable, replace the DRAC card. See "DRAC Card and Cables" on page 93.
10Replace the fan bracket. See "Replacing the Fan Bracket" on page 82.
11Replace the fans. See "Replacing a Cooling Fan" on page 79.
12Replace the cooling shroud. See "Installing the Cooling Shroud" on page 81.
13Replace the
14If applicable, replace any expansion cards. See "Installing an Expansion Card" on page 88.
15Close the system. See "Closing the System" on page 67.