Replacing FRUs

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Replacing the system board shield and side I/O bracket

Attention

Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the Important Product Information Guide.

  1. 1

    Remove the slide cover.  For details, see Removing the slide cover.

  2. 2

    Remove the storage drive.  For details, see Replacing the 2.5-inch storage drive.

  3. 3

    Remove the optical drive.  For details, see Replacing the optical drive.

  4. 4

    Remove the computer cover and side I/O bezel.  For details, see Replacing the computer cover and side I/O bezel.

  5. 5

    Replace the system board shield and side I/O bracket.

    Note

    If there is a thermal pad sticked on the system board shield, peel it off and stick the thermal pad on the new system board shield.



    1. 1 Removing the side I/O bracket
    2. 2 Removing the system board shield
    3. 3 Installing the system board shield
    4. 4 Removing the side I/O bracket
  6. 6

    Reinstall the removed parts and slide cover.  For details, see Completing the parts replacement.