System board, Removing the system board – Dell Studio XPS 7100 (Mid 2010) User Manual
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System Board
Dell™ Studio XPS™ 7100 Service Manual
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
Removing the System Board
1.
Follow the instructions in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Remove the computer cover (see
Removing the Computer Cover
).
3.
Remove any PCI and PCI Express cards, if applicable (see
Removing PCI and PCI Express Cards
).
4.
Remove the processor fan and heat sink assembly (see
Removing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly
).
5.
Remove the processor (see
Removing the Processor
).
6.
Remove the memory modules (see
Removing the Memory Module(s)
) and record which memory module is removed from each DIMM slot so that the
memory modules can be installed in the same slot after the system board is replaced.
7.
Disconnect all cables connected to the system board (see
System Board Components
). Note the routing of all cables as you remove them so that you
can re-route them correctly after installing the new system board.
8.
Remove the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
9.
Lift the system board up 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.
WARNING:
To guard against electrical shock, always unplug your computer from the electrical outlet before removing the cover.
WARNING:
Do not operate your computer 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