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.
- Follow the safety guidelines listed in the
Safety instructions.
- Follow the procedure listed in the
Before working inside your system.
- Remove the following components:
- Air shroud
- Cooling fans
- Memory modules
- Expansion cards
- Processor and heat sink module
- Trusted Platform Module
- Disconnect all the cables from the system board and make note of all the cable connections.
CAUTION:Take care not to damage the system identification button while removing the system board from the system.
CAUTION: Do not lift the system board by holding a memory module, processor,
or other components.