Figure 32. Removing the eight screws that secure the system board

9.Carefully slide the system board so that it can be released from the mounting studs that secure the system board in place.

10.Lift the system board out of the chassis.

11.Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board and install it on the new system board. See “Replacing the microprocessor” on page 97.

12.Install the new system board into the chassis by aligning the eight mounting studs in the chassis with the corresponding holes in the new system board. Carefully slide the new system board into the chassis until it is secured in place by the mounting studs. Then, install the eight screws to secure the system board.

13.Install all memory modules and PCI cards removed from the failing system board on the new system board. See “Installing or replacing a memory module” on page 84 and “Installing or replacing a PCI card” on page 81.

14.Install the heat sink and fan assembly and connect the heat sink and fan assembly cable to the new system board. See “Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly” on page 95.

15.Reconnect all remaining cables to the system board. See “Locating parts on the system board” on page 77.

16.Install the hard disk drive. See “Replacing the primary hard disk drive” on page 103 and See “Replacing the secondary hard disk drive” on page 105.

17.To complete the replacement, go to “Completing the parts replacement” on page 113.

The failing system board must be returned with a microprocessor socket cover to protect the pins during shipping and handling.

To install the microprocessor socket cover, do the following:

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4476, 4499, 4485, 4497, 4480 specifications

Lenovo's ThinkPad series has long been synonymous with durability, performance, and enterprise-grade features, and the models 4474, 4473, 4477, 4468, and 4466 are no exception. Each of these models brings distinct characteristics and technologies tailored to meet the diverse needs of users ranging from casual consumers to business professionals.

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