HP ProLiant DL980 G7 Server Maintenance and Service Guide

1. Power off the server (“Power off the server” (page 22)).
2. Remove the server from the rack.
3. Remove the access panel.
4. Remove the processor memory drawer (“Remove the upper or lower processor memory drawer
or processor memory drawer blank” (page 26)).
5. Disconnect all cables from all installed expansion boards.
6. Remove all expansion boards (“Non-hot-plug expansion board” (page 52)).
7. Remove the SPI board (“Remove the SPI board” (page 56)).
8. Remove the I/O expansion board, if installed.
9. Remove the system board.
To replace a system board:
1. Install the spare system board.
2. Replace all components removed from the failed system board.
3. Install the access panel.
System board 69