144 Installing System Components
Figure 3-30. Removing and Installing the System Board
 
Installing the System Board
  CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. 
You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in 
your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service 
and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not 
covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came 
with the product.
1
Unpack the new system board and remove the label that is located on the 
processor shield. 
2
Remove the labels and affix them on the front of the chassis. 
3
To replace the system board, grip the system board by holding the blue 
touch points.
4
Align the screw holes on the system board with that on the chassis and 
lower the system board into the chassis.
1 screws (8) 2 blue touch points (2)
3 system board 
book.book  Page 144  Wednesday, August 19, 2009  4:40 PM