Front i/o panel, Removing the front i/o panel – Dell Dimension 9200c User Manual

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Removing and Installing Parts: Dell Dimension 9200C Service Manual

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NOTE:

Some components and connectors on the replacement system board may be in different locations from

corresponding connectors on the existing system board.

3. Transfer components from the existing system board to the replacement system board:

a. Remove the memory modules and install them on the replacement system board (see

Memory

).

CAUTION:

The heat sink assembly and processor package can get hot. To avoid burns, ensure that the

assembly and package have had sufficient time to cool before you touch them.

b. Remove the heat sink assembly (see

Removing the Heat Sink Assembly

) and processor package (see

Removing

the Processor

) from the existing system board and transfer them to the replacement system board.

c. Remove the modem from the existing system board and transfer it to the replacement system board (see

Modem

).

4. Replace any components and cables that you removed from the original system board.

5. Reconnect all cables to their connectors at the back of the computer.

6. Replace the computer cover (see

Replacing the Computer Cover

).

NOTICE:

To connect a network cable, first plug the cable into the network port or device and then plug it into the

computer.

7. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and then turn them on.

NOTE:

If the new system board requires the BIOS to be updated, refer to

Flashing the BIOS

.

8. Set the jumpers on the replacement system board so that they are identical to the ones on the existing system board

(see

Jumper Settings

).

Front I/O Panel

CAUTION:

Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions in the

Product Information Guide.

CAUTION:

To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before

opening the cover.

Removing the Front I/O Panel

1. Follow the procedures in

Before You Begin

.

2. Remove the heat sink (see

Removing the Heat Sink Assembly

).

3. Remove the fan assembly (see

Removing the Fan Assembly

).

4. Remove any additional components that restrict access to the I/O panel.

5. Remove the screw that secures the front I/O panel to the computer.

6. Pivot the I/O panel toward the back of the computer, and then carefully lift it up and out of the computer.

7. Disconnect any cables that are attached to the front I/O panel.

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