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Install the system board

Use this information to install the system board.

Read the installation GuidelinesPower off the server for this taskATTENTION: Static Sensitive Device Ground package before opening

Before installing the system board:

  1. Touch the static-protective package that contains the component to any unpainted metal surface on the server; then, remove it from the package and place it on a static-protective surface.

To install the system board, complete the following steps:
  1. Note the orientation of the new system board and carefully place it into the chassis. Ensure that the serial port on the new system board is inserted into the corresponding hole in the chassis and the eight screw holes in the new system board are aligned with the corresponding mounting studs on the chassis.
  2. Tighten the eight screws to secure the system board in place.
    Figure 1. System board installation (1)
    System board installation (1)
    Figure 2. System board installation (2)
    System board installation (2)
After installing the system board:

  1. Install any components that you removed from the failing system board. See the related topics in Hardware replacement procedures.

  2. Complete the parts replacement. See Complete the parts replacement

  3. Update the machine type and serial number with new vital product data (VPD). Use the Lenovo XClarity Provisioning Manager to update the machine type and serial number. See Update the machine type and serial number.

  4. Enable TPM/TCM. See Enable TPM/TCM

  5. Optionally, enable Secure Boot. See Enable UEFI Secure Boot.

Demo video

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