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CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components.
A. Read and follow the instructions shown on the sticker
on the CPU cap.
B. Unload the cap
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Use thumb & forefinger to hold the lifting tab of the cap.
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Lift the cap up and remove the cap completely from the socket.
C. Open the load plate
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Use thumb & forefinger to hold the hook of the lever, pushing
down and pulling aside unlock it.
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Lift up the lever.
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Use thumb to open the load plate. Be careful not to touch the
contacts.
D. Install the CPU on the socket
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Orientate CPU package to the socket. Make sure you match
triangle marker to pin 1 location.
E. Close the load plate
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Slightly push down the load plate onto the tongue side, and hook
the lever.
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CPU is locked completely.
1. Pictures above are for your reference only and everything is subject to material object.
2. To achieve better airflow rates and heat dissipation, we suggest that you use a high quality
fan with 3800 rpm at least. CPU fan and heatsink installation procedures may vary with the
type of CPU fan/heatsink supplied. The form and size of fan/heatsink may also vary.
3. DO NOT remove the CPU cap from the socket before installing a CPU.
4. Return Material Authorization (RMA) requests will be accepted only if the motherboard
comes with the cap on the LGA775 socket.
