System Board
Description
System board (includes processor and replacement thermal material)
The system board is secured with four screws. The system board includes a processor, which is
soldered onto the board.
1.
Prepare the computer for disassembly
2.
Remove the access panel
3.
If applicable, remove the expansion board
4.
Disconnect all cables connected to the system board, noting their location for reinstallation.
5.
Remove the remaining four screws (1) that secure the system board to the chassis.
6.
Slide the system board toward the front of the computer (2) to disengage the I/O panel from the
rear of the chassis, and then lift the system board out of the computer.
Figure 7-30
When reinstalling the system board, first insert the I/O panel back into the slots in the rear of the
chassis, and then align the board with the chassis screw holes. angle the connectors into place under
the I/O panel spring fingers to avoid bending them down and blocking openings.
Use the diagonal rule when replacing system board screws.
(Access Panel on page
Removing the system board
(Preparation for Disassembly on page
78).
(Expansion Cards on page
Spare part number
616662-001
77).
92).
System Board
103