Dell Studio Hybrid - Installing the System Board

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10. Slide the system board away from the front panel and out of the chassis.
Installing the System Board
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1. Transfer components from the existing system board to the replacement system board, if applicable.
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2. Orient the system board by aligning the screw holes on the system board with the screw holes on the chassis.
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3. Replace the screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
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4. Replace the processor (see Replacing the Processor).
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5. Reconnect all cables to the system board (see System Board Components).
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6. Replace the processor heat sink (see Installing the Heat Sink).
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7. Replace the back panel (see Installing the Back Panel).
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8. Replace any additional components that you removed from the system board.
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9. Replace the drive cage (see Installing the Drive Cage).
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10. Replace the computer cover (see Installing the Computer Cover).
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11. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.
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12. Flash the system BIOS, if required.
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NOTICE: If you are replacing the system board, visually compare the replacement system board to the existing system board to make sure that you
have the correct part.
NOTE: Some components and connectors on replacement system boards may be in different locations than corresponding connectors on the existing
system board.
NOTE: Jumper settings on replacement system boards are preset at the factory.
NOTE: For information on flashing the system BIOS, see the Dell Support website at support.dell.com.