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 drives.
CAUTION: You may find the CMOS battery loss or CMOS checksum error displayed during the first instance of powering on the system after the CPU or system board replacement which is expected. To fix this, simply go to setup option to configure the system settings.
NOTE: Ensure that you note the routing of the cables as you remove them from the system board. You must route the cables properly when you replace them to prevent the cables from being pinched or crimped.
Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.
Follow the procedure listed in Before working inside your system:
Turn off the system, including all attached peripherals.
Disconnect the system from the electrical outlet and disconnect the peripherals.
If applicable, remove the system from the rack.
Remove the system cover.
Remove the following components:
a. Air shroud
b. All expansion cards and risers
c. Mini PERC
d. vFlash or IDSDM module
e. Internal USB key
f. Heat sink
g. Processor
h. Memory modules
i. LOM riser
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.
Using Phillips #2 screwdriver, remove ten screws securing the system board to the chassis.
Hold the system board holder, lift the system board, and then slide it toward the front of the chassis.
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 chassis.
Holding the system board holder, push the system board toward the back of the system till it is seated.
Ensure that all the screw holes are aligned over the stand-offs
Using Phillips #2 screwdriver, tighten the screws to secure the system board to the chassis.
Replace the following:
a. Trusted Platform Module (TPM):
To install the TPM, align the edge connectors on the TPM with the slot on the TPM connector.
Insert the TPM into the TPM connector such that the plastic rivet aligns with the slot on the system board.
Press the plastic rivet until the rivet snaps into place.
b. Mini PERC
c. Internal USB key (if applicable)
d. IDSDM or vFlash module card
e. All expansion cards and risers
f. Processor and Heat sink
g. Memory modules
h. LOM riser card
i. 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 using the cable securing bracket.
Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system:
Install the system cover.
If applicable, install the system into the rack.
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:
Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the Service Tag. For more information, see the Easy restore section.
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 by using the Easy Restore feature section.
Update the BIOS and iDRAC versions.
Re-enable the Trusted Platform Module (TPM). For more information, see Upgrading the Trusted Platform Module (TPM).
Import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license.
For more information, see Integrated Dell Remote Access Controller User's Guide, at Dell.com/idracmanuals.
