Replacing FRUs
Attention
Do not open your computer or attempt any repair before reading the Important Product Information Guide.
Remove any media from the drives and turn off all connected devices and the computer. Then, disconnect all power cords from electrical outlets and disconnect all cables that are connected to the computer.
Place a soft, clean towel or cloth on the desk or surface. Hold the sides of your computer and gently lay it down so that the screen is against the surface and the computer cover is facing up.
Remove the computer stand. For details, see Replacing the computer stand.
Remove the computer cover. For details, see Removing the computer cover.
Remove the system board shield. For details, see Replacing the system board shield.
Remove the memory module. For details, see Replacing the memory module.
Remove the M.2 storage drive. For details, see Replacing the M.2 storage drive.
Remove the system fan. For details, see Replacing the system fan.
Remove the Wi-Fi card. For details, see Replacing the Wi-Fi card.
Remove the heat sink. For details, see Replacing the heat sink.
Remove the microprocessor. For details, see Replacing the microprocessor.
Record the cable routing and cable connections, and then disconnect all cables from the system board. For details, see System board.
Replace the system board.
Note
Carefully handle the system board by its edges.
Route all the cables that you disconnected from the failing system board, and then reconnect the cables to the new system board. For details, see System board.
Reinstall the removed parts and computer cover, and then reconnect the cables. For details, see Completing the parts replacement.