Figure 68. Removing the System Board
1. screws (11) | 2. system board holders (2) |
3.system board
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.
CAUTION: If you are using the Trusted Program Module (TPM) with an encryption key, you may be prompted to create a recovery key during program or system setup. Be sure to create and safely store this recovery key. If you replace this system board, you must supply the recovery key when you restart your system or program before you can access the encrypted data on your hard drives.
1.Unpack the new system board assembly.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board assembly by grasping a memory module, processor, or other components.
2.Hold the touch points and lower the system board into the chassis ensuring that the guiding slot on the system board is aligned with the tab on the chassis.
NOTE: The guiding slot on the system board is located on the edge of the system board and near the memory modules.
3.Push the system board toward the back of the chassis until the system board clicks into place.
4.Use the 11 screws to secure the system board to the chassis.
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