To replace the system board:

1Remove or disconnect the following devices from the system board:

Processor. (See “Replacing or adding a processor” on page 59 for instructions.)

DIMMs. (See “Adding or replacing memory” on page 43 for instructions.)

AGP graphics card. (See “Replacing the AGP card” on page 49.)

Devices from the old system board that are not included with the new board, such as processor retention brackets.

2Remove the four screws that attach the system board to the system board tray assembly, then lift out the system board.

3Remove the new system board from its packing material.

System board

Rear I/O shield

System board tray assembly

4Install the new board onto the system board tray assembly, carefully aligning the ports and connectors with the holes on the rear I/O shield.

5Reinstall the four screws to secure the board to the tray assembly.

56Replacing and Adding System Components