Dell EMC PowerEdge T440 Installation and Service Manual

Installing the system board

Follow the safety guidelines listed in Safety instructions.

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.
Figure 1. Installing the system board
Using the Phillips #2 screwdriver secure the system board to the chassis with screws.

Replace the following:
1. Trusted Platform Module (TPM)
2. Memory modules
3. Processors and heat sink modules
4. Internal USB key
5. vFlash/IDSDM module
6. Integrated storage controller card
7. Expansion cards, if installed
8. Expansion card holder
9. GPU card holder
10. 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.
Follow the procedure listed in After working inside your system.
Ensure that you:
1. Use the Easy Restore feature to restore the Service Tag. For more information, see the Restoring the Service Tag using Easy Restore section.
2. 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.
3. Update the BIOS and iDRAC versions.
4. 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.
For more information, see iDRAC User's Guide, at www.dell.com/poweredgemanuals