Replacing The System Board - Gateway 6-Bay mBTX PRO User Manual

Replacing the system board

To replace the system board:
1
2
3
4
5
6
138
CHAPTER 13: Adding and Replacing Components
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in
page 121.
For more stability, place your computer on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it
on a towel or other non-abrasive surface.
Disconnect any cables that are attached to any expansion cards, noting their locations and
orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the cards on the new board.)
Open the card retention lever.
Remove any expansion cards. You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to loosen the
card, but do not bend the card sideways.
Remove the fan by pulling it away from the system board.
"Removing the side panel" on
Card retention lever