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8. Remove the six screws that secure the system board, and then carefully lift the system board out of
the chassis.
Note: Carefully handle the system board by its edges.
Figure 54. Removing the system board
9. Remove the microprocessor from the failing system board, and then install it onto the new system
board. See "Replacing the microprocessor" on page 102.
10. Align the six screw holes in the new system board with the corresponding screw holes in the chassis.
Then, install the six screws to secure the system board.
11. Route all the cables that you disconnected from the failing system board, and then reconnect the cables
to the new system board. See "Parts on the system board" on page 34.
12. Reinstall the PCI Express card. See "Replacing the PCI Express card" on page 109.
13. Reinstall the Wi-Fi card. See "Replacing the Wi-Fi card" on page 104.
14. Reinstall the heat sink and fan assembly. See "Replacing the heat sink and fan assembly" on page 100.
15. Reinstall the memory modules. See "Replacing a memory module" on page 99.
16. Reinstall the computer cover and reconnect cables to your computer. See "Completing the parts
replacement" on page 113.
The failing system board must be returned with a microprocessor socket cover to protect the pins during
shipping and handling.
To install the microprocessor socket cover, do the following:
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.
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.
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