Replacing The System Board; Power Supply - Dell Dimension XPS Manual

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up and away.

8. Place the system board assembly that you just removed next to the replacement system board.

Replacing the System Board

1. Transfer components from the existing system board to the replacement system board:

Remove the memory modules

CAUTION:

The processor package and heat-sink assembly can get hot. To avoid burns, ensure that the

package and assembly have had sufficient time to cool before you touch them.

Remove the heat-sink assembly and processor

system board.

2. Configure the settings of the replacement system board.

3. Set the jumpers on the replacement system board so they are identical to the ones on the existing board.

NOTE:

Some components and connectors on the replacement system board may be in different locations than

the corresponding connectors on the existing system board.

4. Orient the replacement board by aligning the notches on the bottom of the board with the tabs on the computer.

5. Slide the system board assembly toward the back of the computer until the assembly clicks into position.

6. Replace any components and cables that you removed from the system board. Reconnect all cables to their connectors

at the back of the computer.

Close the computer

cover.

NOTICE:

To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network wall jack and then plug it into the

computer.

8. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in your

Owner's Manual.

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and install them on the replacement board.

from the existing system board and transfer them to the replacement

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