AXIOMTEK MANO882 series, User Manual

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MANO882 Series Mini ITX Board
Hardware Installation 25
Chapter 3
Hardware Installation
Before installing the processor, please access Intel
®
website for more detail information of
Processor Integration Video (LGA1150) :
http://www.intel.com/support/tw/processors/sb/CS-030860.htm .
3.1 Installing the Processor
The LGA1150 processor socket comes with a cover to protect the processor. Please install the
processor into the CPU socket step by step as below:
Step1 Opening the socket:
 Disengage load lever by releasing down and out on the hook. This will clear retention tab.

Rotate load lever to open position at approximately 135°.
 Rotate load plate to open position at approximately 150°.
Note
Apply pressure to corner with right-hand thumb when opening or closing load
lever - otherwise lever will bounce back (as a mouse trap) causing bent contacts.
Step2 Removing the socket protective cover:
 Place thumb against the front edge of the protective cover and rest index finger on the rear
grip to maintain control of the cover.
 Lift the front edge of the protective cover to disengage from the socket. Keep control of the
cover by holding the rear grip with index finger.
 Lift protective cover away from the socket, being careful not to touch the electrical
contacts.