Gateway 980 manual Replacing the system board, To replace the system board, Installing Components

Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 28.

Chapter 4: Installing Components

Replacing the system board

To replace the system board:

1 Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 27.

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3 Remove the memory modules. For more information, see “Installing memory” on page 45.

4 Remove all of the expansion cards. For more information, see “Installing PCI expansion cards” on page 47.

5 Remove the heat sinks and processors. For more information, see “Installing a processor” on page 52.

6 If your new system board does not include heat sink mounting brackets, remove the heat sink brackets from your old system board by removing the eight screws that secure them to the board.

7 Remove the voltage regulators. For more information, see “Installing a voltage regulator” on page 56.

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

9 Remove the rear fan to provide more space for removing the system board. For more information, see “Replacing a fan” on page 69.

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