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System Board
Dell™Inspiron™One2205ServiceManual
Removing the System Board
Replacing the System Board
Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS
Removing the System Board
1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2. Remove the back cover (see Removing the Back Cover).
3. Follow the instructions from step 3 to step 7 in Removing the Front Stand.
4. Remove the rear stand cover (see Removing the Rear Stand Cover).
5. Remove the system-board shield (see Removing the System-Board Shield).
6. Remove the MXM-assembly fan (see Removing the MXM-Assembly Fan).
7. Remove the MXM assembly (see Removing the MXM Assembly).
8. Remove the memory module(s) (see Removing Memory Module(s)).
9. Remove the Mini-Card(s) (see Removing the Mini-Card(s)).
10. Remove the processor heat-sink fan (see Removing the Processor Heat-Sink Fan).
11. Remove the processor heat-sink (see Removing the Processor Heat-Sink).
12. Remove the processor (see Removing the Processor).
13. Disconnect all the cables connected to the system board.
14. Using a hex nut driver, remove the two hex nut screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
15. Remove the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
16. Lift the system board at an angle toward the side of the computer 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.