Replacing The Motherboard - Lenovo F0CM Maintenance Manual

Replacing the motherboard

Note: Turn off the computer and wait 3 to 5 minutes to let it cool down before removing the cover.
Note: It may be helpful to place the computer face-down on a soft flat surface for this procedure. Lenovo
recommends that you use a blanket, towel, or other soft cloth to protect the computer screen from scratches
or other damage.
To replace the motherboard:
Step 1. Remove any media from the drives, shut down the operating system, and turn off the computer
and all attached devices.
Step 2. Unplug all power cords from electrical outlets.
Step 3. Disconnect all cables attached to the computer. This includes power cords, input/output (I/O)
cables, and any other cables that are connected to the computer. Refer to Locating connectors,
controls and components to locate the various connectors.
Step 4. Remove the stand base. Refer to Removing the stand base.
Step 5. Remove the rear cover. Refer to Removing the rear cover.
Step 6. Remove the hard disk drive. Refer to Replacing the hard disk drive.
Step 7. Remove the stand holder. Refer to Removing the stand holder.
Step 8. Remove the middle cover. Refer to Removing the middle cover.
Step 9. Remove the EMI cover. Refer to Removing the EMI cover.
Step 10. Remove the mount bracket. Refer to Removing the mount bracket.
Step 11. Remove the system fan. Refer to Replacing the system fan.
Step 12. Remove the memory modules. Refer to Replacing the memory module.
Step 13. Remove the heat-sink. Refer to Replacing the heat-sink.
Step 14. Remove the Wi-Fi card. Refer to Replacing the Wi-Fi card.
Step 15. Remove all the cables from the motherboard.
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