NOTE:
It is required to reactivate the licenses after the system board replacement.
CAUTION:
If either the system board or iDRAC card fails, it is required to replace the system board and iDRAC
card at the same time.
CAUTION:
Do not attempt to remove the TPM plug-in module from the system board. After the TPM plug-in
module is installed, it is cryptographically bound to that specific system board. Any attempt to remove an
installed TPM plug-in module breaks the cryptographic binding, and it cannot be reinstalled or installed on
another system board.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
on page 16.
2. Follow the procedure listed in
Before working inside your sled
on page 17.
3. Remove the following:
a.
b.
c.
d.
e.
f.
g.
h.
i.
j.
k.
l.
WARNING:
The processor and heat sink can become hot. Be sure that the processor has had sufficient time to
cool before handling.
WARNING:
The memory modules are hot to touch for some time after the system has been powered down. Allow
time for the memory modules to cool before handling them. Handle the memory modules by the card edges and
avoid touching the components.
CAUTION:
Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
CAUTION:
Temporarily label the drives before removal so that you can replace them back in their respective
slots.
Steps
1. Disconnect all cables from the system board.
2. Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove all the screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
3. Holding the edges, lift the system board out of the system.
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