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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.

About this task

Before disassembling the system board assembly:

  1. Separate the system I/O board from the processor board.
    Note
    To prevent the contact of the I/O board from damage, pinch the handle on the I/O board and pull out the I/O board outward. During the entire pulling action, ensure that the I/O board remains as horizontal as possible.

    1. Remove the screws that secure the system I/O board.

    2. Pinch the handle on the I/O board and pull the I/O board outward to disengage it from the processor board.
      Figure 1. System I/O board removal
      System I/O board removal

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

Procedure

  1. Remove the following components as illustrated:
    • Five guide pins (with 7mm wrench)
    • Two low-profile screws (with PH2 screwdriver)
    • Two plungers (with PH2 screwdriver)
    • One cable guide
    Figure 2. Component removal

    Component removal
  2. Remove the following screws as illustrated:
    • Four low-profile screws (with PH2 screwdriver)
    • Nine slotted screws (with PH1 screwdriver)
    Figure 3. Screw removal

    Screw removal
  3. Separate the processor board from the supporting sheet metal.
    Figure 4. Processor board disassembly
    Processor board disassembly

After you finish

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