Dell PowerEdge R520 Owner's Manual

Installing The System Board

CAUTION: Many repairs may only be done by a certified service technician. You should only perform troubleshooting and simple repairs as authorized in your product documentation, or as directed by the online or telephone service and support team. Damage due to servicing that is not authorized by Dell is not covered by your warranty. Read and follow the safety instructions that came with the product.

Unpack the new system board assembly.
- CAUTION: Do not lift the system board assembly by grasping a memory module, processor, or other components.
- CAUTION: Take care not to damage the system identification button while placing the system board into the chassis.
Holding the system board holder, lower the system board into the chassis.
Push the system board toward the back of the chassis until the board clicks into place.
Install the system battery.
Replace the following:
1. internal dual SD module
2. expansion cards and the integrated storage controller card
3. expansion-card risers
4. power supply(s)
5. memory modules
6. cooling shroud
7. If installed, full length expansion card on slot 2 of expansion-card riser 2
Connect the cables to the system board.
Route the power/data cables through the cable retention bracket.
Close the system.
If applicable, install the front bezel.
Reconnect the system to its electrical outlet and turn the system on, including any attached peripherals.
Import your new or existing iDRAC Ports license. For more information, see iDRAC7 User's Guide, at dell.com/support/manuals.