Installing the system board
Prerequisites
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 are shipped with your product.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2. Keep the #2 Phillips screwdriver ready.
3. Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
Steps
1. Unpack the new system board assembly.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other
components.
2. Hold the posts and lower the system board into the chassis.
3. Push the system board toward the back of the chassis such that the ports on the system board align
with the corresponding slots on the chassis.
4. Install the screws to secure the system board to the chassis.
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