Figure 29. Removing the System Board
1. screws (8)
2. system board
Installing The System Board
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform
troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or
telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your
warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.
CAUTION: If you are using the Trusted Program Module (TPM) with an encryption key, you may be prompted to
create a recovery key during program or system setup. Be sure to create and safely store this recovery key. If you
replace this system board, you must supply the recovery key when you restart your system or program before you
can access the encrypted data on your hard drives.
1. Turn off the system, including any attached peripherals, and disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and
peripherals.
2. Lay the system on its side, on a flat and stable surface.
3. Unpack the new system board assembly.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board assembly by grasping any components.
4. Lower the system board into the chassis.
5. Push the system board towards the back of the chassis until the system board clicks into place.
6. Secure the system board to the chassis using the eight screws.
NOTE: It is recommended that you install screws from diagonally opposite corners.
7. Install the following:
a) heat-sink assembly and processor
b) memory modules
c) expansion cards
d) system fan
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