Intel M70KLP Series, Service Manual

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Intel® Server System M70KLP Family Service Guide
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11. Remove the Power Distribution Board (PDB) mounted to the front of the power supply bay
(see
Section 5.8.1 ).
12. Label and disconnect all remaining cables attached to the server board.
Note: All cable connectors have latches to secure them to the connectors on the board. DO NOT
attempt to pull off a cable without unlatching them.
13. Remove the four cable management brackets from the chassis sidewalls.
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Cable management brackets slide off mounting studs on the chassis sidewall.
5.10.2 Server Board Removal
This section is a continuation from Section 5.10.1 .
Ensure the system is laying on a non-skid surface. The server board is secured to a mounting plate held in
place by keyed stand-offs on the chassis base and 5 blue thumbscrews. After loosening the thumbscrews,
the server board is pulled forward towards the front drive bay.
Figure 108. Server Board Removal
1. Locate and fully loosen the five (5) blue thumbscrews (see Letters A). Thumbscrews are captive and
are not removable.
2. While standing in front of the system, with one hand hold the front of the chassis to prevent the
system from sliding. With the other hand grasp the mounting plate handle in front of the leading
edge of the server board (see Letter B).
3. Pull the server board towards the front drive bay approximately 11 mm (1/2”) .
4. Carefully grip the front and back edges of the server board and lift it out of the chassis.
5. Place the server board onto an ESD safe surface or into an ESD safe bin or bag.