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Figure 1-3. Removing the System Board

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17Remove the front-fan tray:

a Press and hold the front-fan tray release button. b Slide the front-fan tray to the right until it stops. c Lift the front-fan tray from its three securing posts.

18To remove the system board:

a Lift up the blue retention pin and slide the system board towards the front of the system to disengage the board from the retention tabs on the chassis. See Figure 1-3.

b Raise the back edge of the board slightly to clear the chassis, then lift the system board out of the system.

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Turning Technologies 1850, 2850 manual Drive-bay retraction bar

2850, 1850 specifications

Turning Technologies offers the 1850 and 2850 models, which are sophisticated classroom response systems designed to engage students and enhance learning experiences through real-time feedback. These devices cater to various educational environments, whether in traditional classrooms, online settings, or hybrid models.

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