Dell 580 Personal Computer User Manual


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System Board
Dell™Inspiron™580ServiceManual
Removing the System Board
Replacing the System Board
Removing the System Board
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Remove the computer cover (see Removing the Computer Cover).
3. Remove any PCI and PCI Express cards on the system board (see Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards).
4. Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly).
5. Remove the processor (see Removing the Processor).
6. Remove the memory modules (see Removing the Memory Module(s)) and document which memory module is removed from each memory-module
connector so that the memory modules can be installed in the same location after the board is replaced.
7. Disconnect all cables from the system board. Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them correctly after installing
the new system board.
8. Remove the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
9. Lift the system board up and out of the chassis.
Replacing the System Board
1. Follow the procedures in Before You Begin.
2. Gently align the system board into the chassis and slide it towards the back of the computer.
WARNING: Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
WARNING: To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™
is not covered by your warranty.
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screws (8)
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system board
NOTE: Compare the system board that you removed with the replacement system board to ensure that they are identical.
CAUTION: Ensure that the port retention springs are not damaged while replacing the sytem board.
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