Rear I/O Bracket - Lenovo IdeaCentre 5i G8 Hardware Maintenance Manual

Note: Carefully handle the system board by its edges.
The failing system board must be returned with a microprocessor socket cover to protect the pins during
shipping and handling.
Microprocessor socket cover installation procedure
1. After you have removed the microprocessor from the failing system board, close the microprocessor
retainer. Then, put the lever to the locked position to secure the retainer in place.
2. Note the orientation of the socket cover, and install one side of the socket cover into the microprocessor
socket. Carefully press the other side of the socket cover downward until the socket cover snaps into
position.
Note: The microprocessor socket cover might look slightly different from the illustration.
3. Carefully check the four corners of the socket cover to ensure that the cover is seated securely.
4. Follow any additional instructions that are included with the replacement part you received.

Rear I/O bracket

Prerequisite
Before you start, read Generic Safety and Compliance Notices, and print the following instructions.
Before you open the computer cover, turn off the computer and wait several minutes until the computer is
cool.
For access, do the following:
1. Turn off the computer and remove all connected devices and cables.
2. Remove the computer cover. See "Computer cover" on page 50.
3. Remove the front bezel. See "Front bezel" on page 51.
4. Remove the system board. See "System board" on page 74.
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