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Replacing the system board
To replace the system board:
1 Follow the instructions in “Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 37. Make
sure that you turn off the server, then unplug the power cord and all other cables
connected to the server.
2 Follow the instructions in “Opening the server case” on page 38.
3 Follow the instructions in “Removing the processor air duct” on page 41.
4 Remove the memory modules by following the instructions in “Installing memory”
on page 65.
5 Remove the PCI riser assembly by following the instructions in “Removing and
installing the PCI riser assembly” on page 69.
6 Remove the heat sinks and processors by following the instructions in “Installing a
processor” on page 76.
7 Disconnect all cables from the system board, noting their locations and orientation.
(You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.)
8 Remove the 9 screws that secure the system board to the server.
Screw
Screw (below processor air duct)
Screw
ScrewScrewScrew
Screw
2 screws
(below PCI
riser
assembly)