Dell Inspiron 530 Owner's Manual - Page 176

Place the system board assembly that you just removed next to the replacement system board to compare and ensure they are identical. Installing the System Board 1 Gently align the board into the chassis and slide it toward the back of the computer. 2 Using the screws, secure the system board to the chassis. 3 Replace the cables that you removed from the system board. 4 Replace the processor and the heat sink assembly (see "Installing the Processor" on page 170). NOTICE: Ensure that the heat sink assembly is correctly seated and secure. 5 Replace the memory modules into the memory sockets at the same locations from which you removed them (see "Installing Memory" on page 126). 6 Replace any add-in cards on the system board. 7 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on page 176). 8 Connect your computer and devices to an electrical outlet, and turn them on. 9 Verify that the computer works correctly by running the Dell Diagnostics (see "Dell Diagnostics" on page 90). Replacing the Computer Cover CAUTION: Before you begin any of the procedures in this section, follow the safety instructions located in the Product Information Guide. CAUTION: Do not operate your equipment with any cover(s) (including computer covers, bezels, filler brackets, front-panel inserts, etc.) removed. 1 Ensure that all cables are connected, and fold cables out of the way. 2 Ensure that no tools or extra parts are left inside the computer. 3 Align the tabs at the bottom of the computer cover with the slots located along the edge of the computer. 4 Press the computer cover down and slide it towards the front of the computer until you feel a click or feel the computer cover securely installed. 5 Ensure that the cover is seated correctly. 176 Removing and Installing Parts