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 assembly for recycle
Follow the instructions in this section to disassemble the system board assembly before recycling.
About this task
The system board assembly contains the system I/O board and processor board. Before recycling each unit,
you need to disassemble the system board assembly.
Procedure
Step 1. Remove the system board assembly from the server. See
“Remove the system I/O board or
processor board” on page 134
.
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 128
.
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 out the system I/O board outward. During the entire
pulling action, ensure that the system I/O board remains as horizontal as possible.
Figure 145. 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 rear lift handle 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.
© Copyright Lenovo 2023 231