Replacing the System Board 85
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Replacing the System Board
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information
that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best practices information,
see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at
www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 13.
2
Remove the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on
page 17).
3
Remove any full-length expansion cards (see "Replacing the PCI and PCI
Express Cards" on page 35).
4
Remove any additional components that may restrict access to the system
board.
5
Disconnect all cables from the system board.
CAUTION: 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.
6
Remove the two screws securing the system board assembly to the chassis,
then pull on the two tabs to slide the system board assembly towards the
front of the computer.