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Step 1. Installation of the CPU and CPU Cooler:
Hardware Installation Guide
Installation Steps
1-1. Pull up the lever away from the
socket. Align the CPU cut edge with the
indented edge of the CPU socket.
Gently place the CPU into correct
position. Apply an even layer of thermal
grease on the surface of CPU.
Step 2. Installation of Memory Modules:
2-1. Unfasten the latches on each side
of the DIMM slots.
Step 3. Installation of Motherboard:
3-1. Replace the back I/O plate of the
case with the I/O shield provided in
motherboard’s package.
1-2. Rotate and press down the fastener
of CPU fan to the motherboard through
holes to install CPU fan into place.
2-2. Firmly press the DIMM down until it
seats correctly. Make sure the slot
latches are levered upwards and latch
on the edge of the DIMM.
3-2. Place the motherboard within the
case by positioning it into the I/O plate.
Secure the motherboard to the case
with screws.
Step 4. Installation of an Expansion card:
Remove the metal located on the slot and then insert the expansion card into the
slot. Press the card firmly to make sure it is fully inserted into its slot. And then
return the screw back to its position.