Removing the system board

Prerequisites

  • Take note of the following:

    • The slot locations in which each memory module is installed. These components must be installed in the same locations on the new system board.

    • The port numbers and cable connections between the system board and the secondary riser board.

  • Before you perform this procedure, make sure that you have a T-15 and T-30 Torx screwdrivers available.

Procedure
  1. Power down the server.
  2. Disconnect all peripheral cables from the server.
  3. Remove the server from the chassis.
  4. Remove the bayonet board.
  5. Remove the three-slot secondary riser cage.
  6. Do one of the following:
  7. If installed, remove the Media Module adapter.
  8. If installed, remove the M.2 SSD riser board.
  9. If present, disconnect the S100i SR Gen10 controller SATA X-cable.
  10. Remove the DIMMs from the system board.
  11. Remove the processor heatsink assembly:
    1. Allow the heatsink to cool.
    2. Loosen the heatsink nuts in the order specified by the label on the heatsink.


    3. Lift the processor heatsink assembly and move it away from the system board.
    4. Turn the assembly over and place it on a work surface with the processor facing up.
    5. Install the dust cover.
  12. Remove the system board.

    Removing the system board