154 Installing System Components
Installing the System Board CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician.
Youshould only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in
yourproduct documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service
andsupport 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
withthe product.
1
Unpack the new system board.
2
Remove the labels from the processor shield and affix them to the system
identification panel on the front of the system. See Figure1-1.
3
Holding the system board by the edges, lower it into the chassis.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board assembly by grasping a memory module,
processor, or other components.
4
Slightly lift up the front of the system board and maneuver the system
board to the bottom of the chassis until it lays completely flat.
5
Push the system board toward the back of the chassis until the board is in
place.
6
Tighten the nine screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
See Figure3-33.
7
Transfer the processors to the new system board. See "Removing a
Processor" on page128 and "Installing a Processor" on page 132.
8
Remove the memory modules and transfer them to the same locations on
the new board. See "Removing Memory Modules" on page 110 and
"Installing Memory Modules" on page 108.
9
Connect the cables to the system board. See Figure6-1 for the locations of
the connectors on the system board.
10
Replace the expansion-card riser. See "Installing an Expansion-Card Riser"
on page118.
11
Install all expansion cards. See "Installing an Expansion Card" on page 113.
12
If applicable, reinstall the storage controller card. See "Installing the
Storage Controller Card" on page121.
After connecting the SAS cables to the controller, ensure that you place
the cables under the guide on the end of riser 1.
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