System board assembly replacementSystem board assembly replacement
SubtopicsSubtopics
Removing the system board assemblyRemoving the system board assembly
Installing the system board assemblyInstalling the system board assembly
Re-entering the server serial number and product IDRe-entering the server serial number and product ID
Removing the system board assemblyRemoving the system board assembly
PrerequisitesPrerequisites
Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have the following items available:
T-10 Torx screwdriver
T-15 Torx screwdriver
T-30 Torx screwdriver
Hex screwdriver—This tool is required if the serial port cable is installed.
Alcohol wipe
System board handle (ships with the system board spare)
About this taskAbout this task
CAUTION:CAUTION:
A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor might damage system boards or other static-sensitive
devices. To prevent damage, observe antistatic precautions.
ProcedureProcedure
1. Power down the server.
2. If installed, open the cable management arm .
3. Remove all power:
a. Disconnect each power cord from the power source.
b. Disconnect each power cord from the server.
4. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
5. Remove the server from the rack .
6. Place the server on a flat, level work surface.
7. Remove the access panel .
8. Remove the middle cover .
9. Disconnect all cables and remove all components from the system board assembly:
M.2 air baffle