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10. Compare the system board that you just removed with the replacement system board to ensure that they are identical.

Replacing the System Board

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1. Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.

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2. Gently place the system board into the chassis and slide it towards the back of the computer.

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3. Replace the eight screws that secure the system board to the chassis.

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4. Connect the cables that you disconnected from the system board (see System Board Components).

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5. Replace the processor (see Replacing the Processor).

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6. Replace the processor fan and the heat sink assembly (see Replacing the Processor Fan and Heat Sink Assembly).

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7. Replace the memory modules (see Replacing the Memory Module(s)).

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8. Replace any PCI and PCI Express cards on the system board, if applicable (see Replacing PCI and PCI Express Cards).

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9. Replace the computer cover (see Replacing the Computer Cover).

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10. Connect your computer and devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.

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11. Flash the system BIOS, as needed.

Entering the Service Tag in the BIOS

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1. Turn on the computer.

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2. Press <F2> during POST to enter the system setup program.

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3. Navigate to the security tab and enter the service tag in the Set Service Tag field.

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NOTE: Some components and connectors on the replacement system board may be in different locations compared to the components and

connectors on the existing system board.

NOTE: Jumper settings on the replacement system board is preset at the factory.

CAUTION: Onlyacertifiedservicetechnicianshouldperformrepairsonyourcomputer.DamageduetoservicingthatisnotauthorizedbyDell™

is not covered by your warranty.

CAUTION: Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure.

NOTE: For information on flashing the system BIOS, see Flashing the BIOS.