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