
Removing and Replacing Parts : Dell Inspiron 8100
NOTICE:
After replacing the microprocessor module, update the BIOS using a
flash BIOS update program floppy disk or CD that came with the replacement
microprocessor.
Removing the System Board
1. Follow the instructions in "
Preparing to Work Inside the Computer
."
2. Remove the
hard drive
and
fixed optical drive
.
3. Remove any installed
Mini PCI cards
.
4. If migrating the memory, remove all installed
memory modules
.
5. Remove the
keyboard assembly.
6. Remove the
hinge cover
.
7. Remove the
display assembly
.
8. Remove the
palm rest assembly
.
9. Remove the
video card
.
10. Remove the
microprocessor thermal cooling assembly
.
11. If migrating the microprocessor, remove the microprocessor module.
12. Remove the three M2.5 x 4-mm captive-washer screws from the system board.
13. Remove the M2.5 x 20-mm screw from the center of the LED board.
14. Lift the front of the system board and work it out of the back panel.
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