Maintenance and Service Guide

System board
NOTE: The system board spare part kit includes replacement thermal material.
Follow these steps to remove the system board:
1. Prepare the computer for disassembly (see Preparation for disassembly on page 12).
2. Remove the access panel (see Access panel on page 13).
NOTE: When replacing the system board, be sure that the CPU cooler (see CPU cooler on page 25) and
system memory are removed from the defective system board and installed on the replacement
system board.
3. Disconnect all cables and storage devices from the system board.
4. Remove the eight Torx15 screws (1) that secure the system board to the computer.
5. Remove the system board (2) from the chassis.
Reverse this procedure to install the system board.
26 Chapter 4 Removal and replacement procedures