To replace the component, reverse the removal procedure.
Replacing the system board
About this task
WARNING:
To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the drives and the internal system
components to cool before touching them.
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to electrical components, take the appropriate anti-static precautions before
beginning any installation, removal, or replacement procedure. Improper grounding can cause
electrostatic discharge.
CAUTION:
To avoid ESD damage, when removing electrostatic-sensitive components from the failed system board,
place the components on a static-dissipating work surface or inside separate antistatic bags.
Procedure
1. If installed, remove the security bezel.
2. Power down the server.
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. Do one of the following:
• Extend the server from the rack
• Remove the server from the rack
5. Remove the access panel.
6. Remove the PCI riser cage.
7. Remove the air baffle.
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