Fiery E-41 - FIGURE 21: Removing the Motherboard

SERVICE PROCEDURES 64
TO REMOVE THE MOTHERBOARD
NOTE: This procedure assumes that you have already performed the procedure “To remove
boards and cables from the motherboard” on page 63.
1. Remove the HDD bracket, with HDD attached (see page 93).
Remove the screw that attaches the bracket to the shelf. Removing the HDD and HDD
bracket provides the clearance necessary for removing the motherboard. You must also detach
the HDD power cable to remove the HDD.
2. Remove the 9 mounting screws securing the motherboard to the chassis (for screw locations,
see Figure 20 on page 62).
3. Remove the motherboard from the chassis.
Lift the edge of the motherboard (see Figure 21). Make sure that the back panel connectors on
the motherboard clear the chassis while you lift it out of the chassis. Do not touch the
contacts and avoid using excessive force.
During service, avoid using excessive force and always place the motherboard on a grounded,
non-metallic, static-free surface. Never allow any metal to touch the solder contacts on the
underside of the motherboard, especially beneath the battery socket. Improper handling can
short-circuit and permanently damage the motherboard.
FIGURE 21: Removing the motherboard
Lift the edge of the
motherboard and remove
it from the chassis.