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 System Board

Dell™Inspiron™9300ServiceManual

Removing the System Board

Replacing the System Board

Removing the System Board

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The system board's BIOS chip contains the Service Tag, which is also visible on a barcode label on the bottom of the computer. The replacement kit for the

system board includes a CD that provides a utility for transferring the Service Tag to the replacement system board.

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1. Follow the instructions in "Before Working Inside Your Computer."

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2. Remove the hard drive.

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3. Remove the optical drive.

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4. Remove the memory module(s).

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5. Remove the modem.

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6. Disconnect the modem cable from the system board.

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7. Remove the Mini PCI card.

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8. Remove the hinge cover.

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9. Remove the keyboard.

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10. Remove the display assembly.

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11. Remove the palm rest.

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12. Disconnect the PC Card connector from the system board.

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13. Remove the remaining M2.5 x 5-mm screw holding the stiffener bracket in place, and remove the stiffener bracket.

CAUTION: Before you begin the following procedure, see the safety instructions in the Product Information Guide.

NOTICE: To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself by using a wrist grounding strap or by periodically touching an unpainted metal surface (such

as the back panel) on the computer.

NOTICE: To avoid damaging the system board, you must remove the main battery before you begin working inside the computer.

modem cable connector on

system board

modem cable

NOTE: It is not required but is highly recommended that you remove the system fans to allow easier access to the system board.