Installation Procedures
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3). Install the CPU
The CPU module resides in the Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket on the
mainboard.
CAUTION :
1. Always turn the system power off before installing or removing any
device.
2. Always observe static electricity precautions.
See “Handling Precautions” at the start of this manual.
3. Inserting the CPU chip incorrectly may damage the chip.
To install the CPU, do the following:
1. Lift the lever on the side of the CPU socket.
2. Handle the chip by its edges and try not to touch any of the pins.
3.
Place the CPU in the socket. The chip has a notch to correctly orientate
the chip. Align the notch with pin one of the socket. Pin one locates
around the triangular blank area. Do not force the chip. The CPU should
slide easily into the socket.
4. Swing the lever to the down position to lock the CPU in place.
5. See the following sections for information on the CPU jumpers settings.