Appendix A. Hardware disassembling for recycle
Follow the instructions in this section to recycle components with compliance with local laws or regulations.
Disassemble the system board (system board assembly) for recycle
Follow the instructions in this section to disassemble the system board (system board assembly) before 
recycling.
About this task
The system board (system board assembly) contains the system I/O board and processor board. Before 
recycling each unit, you need to disassemble the system board (system board assembly).
Procedure
Step 1.  Remove the system board (system board assembly) from the server. See 
“Remove the system I/O 
board or processor board” on page 141
.
Step 2.  Remove the Firmware and RoT Security Module from the system I/O board. See 
“Remove the 
firmware and RoT security module” on page 135
.
Step 3.  Separate the system I/O board from the processor board. 
Note: To prevent the contact of the system I/O board from damage, pinch and lift the plunger on 
the system I/O board upward a little and pull the system I/O board outward. During the entire 
pulling action, ensure that the system I/O board remains as horizontal as possible.
Figure 132. Separating the system I/O board from the processor board
a.  Remove the screws that secure the system I/O board.
b. 
Lift and hold the release pin and slide the system I/O board towards the rear to disengage it 
from the processor board.
Step 4.  Remove the screws from the processor board as illustrated. 
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