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Replacing the system board – Gateway 9210 User Manual

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Replacing the system board

To replace the system board:

1

Print the appendix for

“BIOS Settings” on page 83

.

2

Restart your server, then press F2 when the Gateway logo screen appears during
startup.

3

Record any custom BIOS settings on your printout, then close the BIOS utility.

4

Follow the instructions in

“Preventing static electricity discharge” on page 29

.

5

Follow the instructions in

“Opening the server case” on page 30

.

6

Remove the memory modules. For instructions, see

“Installing memory” on page 41

.

7

Remove the PCI expansion cards. For instructions, see

“Installing a PCI expansion

card” on page 43

.

8

Remove the heat sink and processor. For instructions, see

“Replacing a processor” on

page 45

.

9

Disconnect the power and data cables from the system board, noting their locations
and orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you install the new board.) Make
sure that you disconnect the intrusion switch cable.

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Intrusion switch connector