System board, Removing the system board – Dell Inspiron One 2305 (Mid 2010) User Manual
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System Board
Dell™ Inspiron™ One 2305/2310 Service Manual
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
Removing the System Board
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the back cover (see
Removing the Back Cover
).
3.
Follow the instructions from
step 2
to
step 5
in
Removing the Front Stand
.
4.
Remove the system-board shield (see
Removing the System-Board Shield
).
5.
Remove the MXM-assembly fan (see
Removing the MXM-Assembly Fan
).
6.
Remove the MXM-assembly (see
Removing the MXM Assembly
).
7.
Remove the memory module(s) (see
Removing Memory Module(s)
).
8.
Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see
Removing the Mini-Card(s)
).
9.
Remove the processor heat-sink fan (see
Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan
).
10.
Remove the processor heat-sink (see
Removing the Processor Heat Sink
).
11.
Remove the processor (see
Removing the Processor
).
12.
Disconnect all the cables connected to the system board.
13.
Using a hex nut driver, remove the two hex nut screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
14.
Remove the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
15.
Lift the system board at an angle toward the side of the computer and out of the chassis.
WARNING:
Before working inside your computer, read the safety information that shipped with your computer. For additional safety best
practices information, see the Regulatory Compliance Homepage at www.dell.com/regulatory_compliance.
CAUTION:
Only a certified service technician should perform repairs on your computer. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell™
is not covered by your warranty.
CAUTION:
To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal
surface (such as a connector on your computer).
CAUTION:
Handle components and cards by their edges, and avoid touching pins and contacts.
NOTE:
Make note of the cable routing before disconnecting the cables from the system board.
NOTE:
The appearance of the system board may vary based on your computer model