This document applies to Sprout by HP.
Remove and Replace the Motherboard for Sprout by HP
Before you begin
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You need a Phillips head screwdriver.
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You need thermal grease or pads and a cleaner to clean the thermal grease from the parts.
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You need a flat tool or stick to spread the thermal grease.
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You need an Intel CPU removal/replacement tool.
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Remove all CDs and DVDs from the optical drive.
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Turn off the computer, and disconnect all cables. Be sure to disconnect the network cable before disconnecting the power cord.
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Transfer the computer to a clear, flat, stable work surface over a non-carpeted floor.
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Place the computer face-down on a soft flatsurface. HP recommends that you place the Sprout ona blanket, towel, or other soft cloth toprotect the touch screen surface fromscratches or other damage.
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Do not remove a component from the protective packaging until you are ready to install it.
warning:Make sure the computer is disconnected from power before starting.
caution:This product contains components that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). To reduce the chance of ESD damage, work over a noncarpeted floor, use a static dissipative work surface (such as a conductive foam pad), and wear an ESD wrist strap connected to a grounded surface.
caution:Procedures in this document are provided by HP for qualified service agents and as a courtesy to its customers. Servicing internal components increases the risk of damaging the computer which might not be covered under warranty. Understand the risk and refer to the product's warranty before attempting to service the computer.
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Removing and Replacing the Motherboard for HP Sprout
Learn how to remove and replace the motherboard for the HP Sprout.
Remove the motherboard
To remove the motherboard, first you remove the touchmat, the right and left rear covers, the column assembly, the bottom rear cover, the motherboard EMI shield, the wireless LAN board, the system memory, the thermal module, and the CPU using the following instructions:
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Step 1
Remove the parts to access the motherboard EMI shield and remove the motherboard EMI shield.
For detailed instructions to remove the motherboard EMI shield, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the motherboard EMI shield for HP Sprout by HP.
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Step 2
Remove the wireless LAN board.
For detailed instructions to remove the wireless LAN board, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the Wireless LAN Board for Sprout by HP.
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Step 3
Remove the system memory.
For detailed instructions to remove the system memory, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the System Memory for Sprout by HP.
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Step 4
Remove the thermal module.
For detailed instructions to remove the thermal module, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the Thermal Module for Sprout by HP.
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Step 5
Remove the CPU.
For detailed instructions to remove the CPU, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the CPU for Sprout by HP.
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Step 6
Install a socket cover on the load plate window after removing the CPU...
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...and lower the load plate over the socket and lock it into place.
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Step 7
Detach all system connectors to the motherboard.
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Step 8
Remove the eleven silver torx head screws securing the motherboard to the middle frame.
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Step 9
Lift the motherboard off of the computer. Carefully lift with enough force to release the motherboard from the adhesive thermal pads.
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Step 10
Place the motherboard in an antistatic bag.
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Replace the motherboard
Use the following steps to replace the motherboard:
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Step 1
To replace the motherboard, first make sure all thermal pads are correctly placed on the middle frame under the motherboard.
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Step 2
Align the screw holes on the motherboard with the standoffs on the computer, clearing any connectors away from the side of the board.
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Step 3
Replace the eleven silver torx head screws to secure the motherboard to the middle frame.
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Step 4
Reattach all system connectors to the board.
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Step 5
Replace the CPU.
For detailed instructions to replace the CPU, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the CPU for Sprout by HP.
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Step 6
Replace the thermal module.
For detailed instructions to replace the thermal module, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the Thermal Module for Sprout by HP.
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Step 7
Replace the system memory.
For detailed instructions to replace the system memory, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the System Memory for Sprout by HP.
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Step 8
Replace the wireless LAN board.
For detailed instructions to replace the wireless LAN board, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the Wireless LAN Board for Sprout by HP.
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Step 9
Replace the parts that were removed to gain access to the motherboard EMI shield.
For detailed instructions to replace the motherboard EMI shield and the rest of the parts, see the HP support document, Remove and Replace the motherboard EMI shield for Sprout by HP.
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