Chapter 4 Servicing Motherboard Components 4-25
4.6.1 To Install the Motherboard Assembly
Caution – This procedure requires that you handle components that are sensitive to
static discharge. Static discharges can cause the component failures. To avoid
damage, ensure that you follow antistatic practices as described in Section 2.7,
“Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Antistatic Prevention Measures” on
page 2-8.
1. Power off the server.
See Section 2.4, “Powering Off the Server” on page 2-3.
2. Attach an antistatic wrist strap.
See Section 2.7, “Performing Electrostatic Discharge and Antistatic Prevention
Measures” on page 2-8.
3. Place the motherboard into the chassis (
FIGURE 4-15).
Position the motherboard carefully.
4. Install the 4 screws that secure the motherboard to the bus bar.
Use a No. 2 Phillips screwdriver.
5. Tighten the green captive screw on the front of the motherboard, that secures
the motherboard tray to the chassis.
6. If you are replacing the motherboard only, replace the processors, as required.
Apply thermal grease. Follow the applicable grease procedure included with the
grease.
7. Install the plastic air flow baffle between the fans and the motherboard.
8. Install the processor heat sinks. See “To Install a Processor FRU” on page 4-30.
9. Carefully connect the power distribution board ribbon cable to the
motherboard.
Make sure it is seated properly.
10. Connect the two drive data cables.
Caution – The drive data cables are delicate. Carefully connect them and make sure
that they are seated properly when servicing the motherboard.
11. Install all FB-DIMMs in the motherboard assembly.
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