Prerequisites
CAUTION: If you are using the Trusted Platform Module (TPM) with an encryption key, you may be prompted to create a recovery key during program or System Setup. Be sure to create and safely store this recovery key. If you replace this system board, you must supply the recovery key when you restart your system or program before you can access the encrypted data on your hard drives.
CAUTION: Do not attempt to remove the TPM plug-in module from the system board. Once the TPM plug-in module is installed, it is cryptographically bound to that specific system board. Any attempt to remove an installed TPM plug-in module breaks the cryptographic binding, and it cannot be reinstalled or installed on another system board.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
Turn off the system, including all attached peripherals.
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
Lay the system on its side.
Remove the system cover.
Remove the following:
a. Air shroud
b. Internal cooling fan
c. Expansion card holder
d. eExpansion cards, if installed
e. vFlash/IDSDM module
f. Internal USB key, if installed
g. Processors and heat sink modules
CAUTION: To prevent damage to the processor pins when replacing a faulty system board, ensure that you cover the processor socket with the processor protective cap.
h. Memory modules
Removing the system board:
Disconnect all cables from the system board.
CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while removing the system board from the chassis.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
Remove the screws that secure the system board to the chassis.
Holding the post, incline the system board at an angle, and lift the system board out of the chassis.
Installing the system board:
Unpack the new system board assembly.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor, or other components.
CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while placing the system board into the system.
Holding the post, incline the system board, and lower the system board into the chassis.
Holding the system board holder, push the system board toward the back of the system such that the ports on the system board align with the corresponding slots on the chassis.
Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver secure the system board to the chassis with screws.
Replace the following:
a.Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
b. Memory modules
c. Processors and heat sink modules
d. Internal USB key
e. vFlash/IDSDM module
f. Integrated storage controller card
g. Expansion cards, if installed
h. Expansion card holder
i. GPU card holder
j. Air shroud
Reconnect all cables to the system board.
NOTE Ensure that the cables inside the system are routed along the chassis wall and secured by using the cable securing bracket.
Install the system cover.
Place the system upright on a flat, stable surface.
Reconnect the peripherals and connect the system to the electrical outlet.
Turn on the attached peripherals and then turn on the system.
Ensure that you:
a. Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the Service Tag. For more information, see the Restoring the Service Tag using Easy Restore section.
b. If the Service Tag is not backed up in the backup flash device, enter the Service Tag manually. For more information, see the Restoring the Service Tag using Easy Restore section.
c. Update the BIOS and iDRAC versions.
d. Re-enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). For more information, see the Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module section.
Import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license.
