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Installing the System Board

1Unpack the new system board.

2Remove the labels from the processor shield and affix them to the system identification panel on the front of the system. See Figure 1-1.

3Holding the system board by the edges, lower the system board into the chassis.

CAUTION: Do not lift the system board assembly by grasping a memory module, processor, or other components.

4Slightly lift up the front of the system board and maneuver the system board to the bottom of the chassis until it lays completely flat.

5Push the system board toward the back of the chassis until the board is in place.

6Tighten the nine screws that secure the system board to the chassis. See Figure 3-38.

7Transfer the processors to the new system board. See "Removing a Processor" on page 138 and "Installing a Processor" on page 142.

8Remove the memory modules and transfer them to the same locations on the new board. See "Removing Memory Modules" on page 121 and "Installing Memory Modules" on page 119.

9Connect the cables to the system board. See Figure 6-1 for the locations of the connectors on the system board.

10Replace the expansion-card riser. See "Installing an Expansion-Card Riser" on page 128.

11Install all expansion cards. See "Installing an Expansion Card" on page 124.

12If applicable, reinstall the storage controller card. See "Installing the Storage Controller Card" on page 131.

After connecting the SAS cables to the controller, make sure to place the cables under the guide on the end of riser 1.

13If applicable, install the iDRAC6 Enterprise card. See "Installing an iDRAC6 Enterprise Card" on page 134.

14If applicable, install the iDRAC6 Express card. See "Installing an iDRAC6 Express Card" on page 132.

Installing System Components

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