2 Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system.
3 Remove the following:
a Air shroud
b Expansion cards and risers
c Internal PERC riser
d vFlash/IDSDM module
e Internal USB key (if installed)
f Processors and heat sink modules
g Processor blanks (if applicable)
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the processor socket when replacing a faulty system board, ensure that
you cover the processor socket with the processor dust cover.
h Memory modules
i LOM riser card
Steps
1 Remove the riser 2 support clip.
2 Disconnect all cables from the system board.
CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identication button while removing the system board from the chassis.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
NOTE: Ensure you disconnect the cable from the internal USB port on the system board to the front IO board.
3 Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
4 Hold the system board holder, slightly lift the system board to disengage from the step stand-o and connectors from the slots on the
chassis.
Sliding the board towards the front disengages the connectors on the system board from the slots on the chassis.
5 Lift the system board out of the system.
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