Dell Studio XPS 435T / 9000 - Page 29

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9. Remove the nine screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
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10. Lift the system board up and out.
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11. Orient the new or replacement system board by aligning the screw holes on the system board with the screw holes on the chassis.
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12. Replace the nine screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
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13. Connect the cables that you removed from the system board.
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14. Replace the memory modules (see Replacing Memory Module(s)).
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15. Replace the processor (see Replacing the Processor).
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16. Replace any expansion cards on the system board (see Replacing a PCI Express Card).
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17. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).
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18. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
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19. Flash the system BIOS, as needed.
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system board
CAUTION: If you are replacing the system board, visually compare the replacement system board to the existing system board to ensure that you
have the correct part.
NOTE: Some components and connectors on replacement system boards may be in different locations compared to the components and
connectors on the existing system board.
NOTE: Jumper settings on replacement system boards are preset at the factory.
CAUTION: Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure.
NOTE: For information on flashing the system BIOS, see Flashing the BIOS.