2. Install the I/O cover.
3. Install the back cover.
4. Install the stand.
5. Follow the procedure in After working inside your computer.
System board
Removing the system board
CAUTION: The information in this section is intended for authorized service technicians only.
Prerequisites
NOTE: Your computer’s Service Tag is stored in the system board. You must enter the Service Tag in the BIOS setup
program after you replace the system board.
NOTE: Replacing the system board removes any changes that you have made to the BIOS using the BIOS setup program.
You must make the appropriate changes again after you replace the system board.
NOTE: Before disconnecting the cables from the system board, note the location of the connectors so that you can
reconnect the cables correctly after you replace the system board.
1. Follow the procedure in Before working inside your computer.
2. Remove the stand.
3. Remove the back cover.
4. Remove the I/O cover.
5. Remove the system-board shield.
6. Remove the memory module.
7. Remove the wireless card.
8. Remove the M.2 2230 solid-state drive.
9. Remove the integrated heat sink or discrete heat sink, as applicable.
NOTE:
The system board can be removed and installed along with the heat sink. This simplifies the removal and
installation procedure and avoids breaking the thermal bond between the system board and heat sink.
About this task
The following image indicates the connectors on your system board.
Removing and installing Field Replaceable Units (FRUs)
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