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Installing a system board
Prerequisites
1.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in the Safety instructions section.
2.
Follow the procedure listed in the Before working inside your system section.
3.
If removed, install the SAS protector cover.
4.
Keep the Phillips #1 screwdriver ready.
CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and
simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support
team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety
instructions that are shipped with your product.
Steps
1.
Holding the system board by the edges, slide the system board into the sled.
2.
Install the screws that secure the system board to the sled.
3.
Remove processor dust cover and install it into the CPU socket of the motherboard that was removed previously for shipment
back to Dell.
Figure 75. Installing a system board
Next steps
1.
If removed, install the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). For information about how to install the TPM, see the Installing the
Trusted Platform Module section. For more information about the TPM, see the Trusted Platform Module section.
NOTE: The TPM plug-in module once installed is attached to the system board and cannot be removed. In the event
of a system board replacement, a TPM plug-in module is provided along with the system board for all systems that
have a TPM.
2.
Reconnect all the disconnected cables.
3.
Replace the following components:
a.
Processor heat sink module
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