System board, Removing the system board, Replacing the system board – Dell Inspiron 580s (Late 2009) User Manual
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System Board
Dell™ Inspiron™ 580s Service Manual
Removing the System Board
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the computer cover (see
Removing the Computer Cover
).
3.
Remove the support bracket (see
Removing the Support Bracket
).
4.
Remove any PCI and PCI Express cards on the system board (see
Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards
).
5.
Remove the optical drive (see
Removing the Optical Drive
).
6.
Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
).
7.
Remove the processor (see
Removing the Processor
).
8.
Remove the memory modules (see
Removing the Memory Module(s)
) and document which memory module is removed from each memory-module
connector so that the memory modules can be installed in the same location after the board is replaced.
9.
Disconnect all cables from the system board. Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you can re-route them correctly after installing
the new system board.
10.
Remove the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
11.
Lift the system board up and out of the chassis.
Replacing the System Board
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
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.
WARNING:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING:
Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.)
removed.
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.
1 screws (8) 2 system board
NOTE:
Compare the system board that you removed with the replacement system board to ensure that they are identical.