96 Installing System ComponentsInstalling the System BoardCAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. Youshould only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in yourproduct documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service andsupport team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not coveredby your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with theproduct.1 Unpack the new system board.2 Remove the labels from the processor shield and affix them to the systemidentification panel on the front of the system. See Figure 3-27.3 Holding the system board by its edges, lower the system board into thechassis.CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by grasping a memory module, processor,or other components.4 Slightly lift up the front of the system board and maneuver the systemboard to the bottom of the chassis until it lays completely flat.5 Push the system board toward the back of the chassis until the board is inplace.6 Tighten the ten screws to secure the system board to the chassis. SeeFigure 6-1.7 Transfer the processor to the new system board. See "Removing theProcessor" on page 78 and "Installing a Processor" on page 81.8 Replace all the memory modules and memory blanks. See "InstallingMemory Modules" on page 76.9 Connect the cables in the order listed below (see Figure 6-1 for thelocations of the connectors on the system board):• SATA interface cable, if applicable• Control panel interface cable• Optical/tape drive power cable• System board power cables10 Install all expansion cards. See "Installing an Expansion Card" on page 71.11 Replace the cooling fan. See "Installing the Cooling Fan" on page 83.12 Replace the heat sink. See "Installing a Processor" on page 81.
