Owners Manual

System board
Removing the system board
Prerequisites
CAUTION: If you are using the Trusted Platform 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 drives.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
2. Follow the procedures in Before working inside your system.
3. Remove the following components:
a. Air shroud
b. Memory Modules
c. Disconnect the fan cable
d. Expansion card riser
e. Storage controller card
f. Heat sink and processor
CAUTION:
To prevent damage to the processor socket when replacing a faulty system board, ensure that
you cover the processor socket with the processor dust cover.
g. Internal USB, if installed
h. If applicable, Internal Dual SD module
Steps
1. Disconnect all the cables from the system board.
CAUTION:
Take care not to damage the system identification button while removing the system board from
the system.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
2. Using a Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove the screws securing the system board to the chassis.
Installing and removing system components
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