Gateway 3-Bay mBTX Pro, User Manual

Page: 145 / 184

www.gateway.com
139
Replacing the system board
To replace the system board:
1
Remove the side panel by following the instructions in “Removing the side panel” on
page 122 .
2
Remove the bezel by following the instructions in “Removing the front bezel” on page 124 .
3
For more stability, place your computer on its side. To avoid scratching the case, place it
on a towel or other non-abrasive surface.
4
Disconnect any cables that are attached to any expansion cards, noting their locations and
orientation. (You will reconnect the cables after you reinstall the cards on the new board.)
5
Open the card retention lever.
6
Remove any expansion cards. You can slightly seesaw the card end-to-end to loosen it,
but do not bend the card sideways. See
“Replacing an expansion card” on page 130 .
Tools
You need a Phillips screwdriver to replace the system board.
Caution
Be careful not to pull or damage the hard drive power and data cables when
you remove the metal reinforcing beam/hard drive assembly.
Card retention lever