Installing The Motherboard; Prior To Installing The Motherboard; Motherboard Installation - Advantech HPC-7480 User Manual

2.9

Installing the Motherboard

2.9.1

Prior to Installing the Motherboard

Before the motherboard can be installed or removed, the middle and rear system
fans must be removed, as directed in sections 2.7.
Identify the locations of the following components:

Processor(s)

Mounting holes

Retention brackets

Type A (6-32) screws (included in the chassis accessory kit)
Obtain the following parts for the motherboard being used. These should be included
with the motherboard. (Refer to the motherboard documentation for details)

I/O shield

Chassis standoffs

Heatsink retention brackets
2.9.2

Motherboard Installation

Installing the Motherboard
1. Disconnect the power supply.
2. Lay the chassis on a flat surface.
3. Locate the mounting holes on the chassis.
4. Install the standoffs into the holes in the chassis.
5. Install the I/O shield as directed by the motherboard documentation.
6. Secure the heatsink to the motherboard as directed by the motherboard docu-
mentation.
7. Secure the motherboard to the chassis using Type A screws, which are in-
cluded in the chassis accessory kit. Do not exceed eight pounds of torque per
square inch when tightening down the motherboard.
8. Replace the middle and rear system fans as directed in section 2.7.
Figure 2.9 Installing the Motherboard
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