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settings in the system Setup Utility. We strongly recommend that you do not
overclock processors or other components to run faster than their rated speed.
Warning: Overclocking components can adversely affect the reliability of
the system and introduce errors into your system. Overclocking can per-
manently damage the mainboard by generating excess heat in
components that are run beyond the rated limits.
This mainboard has a Socket 478 processor socket. When choosing a proc-
essor, consider the performance requirements of the system. Performance is
based on the processor design, the clock speed and system bus frequency of
the processor, and the quantity of internal cache memory and external cache
m emory.
CPU Installation Procedure
The following illustration shows CPU installation components:
Note:
The pin -1 corner is marked with an arrow
Follow these instructions to install the CPU:
1.
Install and secure the Retention Module on the mainboard.
2.
Pull the CPU socket locking lever away from the socket to unhook it and raise
the locking lever to the upright position.