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Disassemble the system board assembly for recycle

Follow the instructions in this section to disassemble the system board assembly before recycling.

Before disassembling the system board assembly:

  1. Remove the system board assembly from the server, and remove the system I/O board. See System board assembly replacement (trained technician only).

  2. Refer to local environmental, waste or disposal regulations to ensure compliance.

Procedure

  1. Identify the screws listed below and pay attention to their quantity. Remove the screws to separate the processor board from the supporting metal sheet.
    Table 1. Screw and tool information
    Screw typeQuantityTool type
    18#2 Phillips screwdriver
    21
    31
    41
    52Flat-blade screwdriver
    Figure 1. Disassembling the system board assembly

    Loosening system board assembly screws
  2. Remove both cable walls 1 2 as illustrated below.
    Figure 2. Removing cable walls


  3. Separate the processor board from the supporting metal sheet.
    Figure 3. Separating the processor board

After disassembling the system board assembly, recycle the units in compliance with local regulations.