Dell PowerEdge M520 Systems Owner's Manual

Installing The System Board

Transfer the following components to the new system board:
1. internal USB key
2. storage controller card
3. SD vFlash card
4. memory modules and memory module blanks
5. processor(s) and heat sink(s), or processor filler blank
- CAUTION: Ensure that the system board plate is parallel with the chassis.
Slide the new system board into the open end of the blade chassis until the retention latch engages. When the board assembly is installed correctly, the tabs on the system board pan snap into the corresponding openings in the floor of the blade chassis.
Replace the mezzanine card(s) in their original locations.
Reinstall the hard-drive/SSD backplane.
Replace the hard drive(s)/SSD(s). If there are two drives, ensure that you reinstall them in their original locations.
Reinstall the cooling shroud.
Close the blade.
Remove the plastic I/O connector covers from the back of the blade.
Install the blade in the enclosure.
Import your new or existing iDRAC Enterprise license. For more information, see the iDRAC7 User's Guide, at dell.com/support/home.