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2-1 Install the CPU and CPU Cooler
Install the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the
notches on the CPU.
LGA775 CPU Socket
Alignment Key
Pin-1 Corner of the CPU
Socket
LGA775 CPU
Notch
Pin-1 triangle marking
of CPU
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Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
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Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
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Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power supply before
installing the CPU to prevent hardware damage.
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Locate the Pin-1 of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or
you may locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU
socket.)
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Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
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Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating
and damage of the CPU may occur.
■ Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not
recommended that the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications
since it does not meet the standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to
set the frequency beyond the standard specifications, please do so according to your
hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Hyper-Threading Technology System Requirements:
(Go to Intel's website for more information about the Hyper-Threading Technology)
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An Intel® CPU that supports HT Technology
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A chipset that supports HT Technology
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An operating system that is optimized for HT Technology
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A BIOS that supports HT Technology and has it enabled
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