GIGA-BYTE TECHNOLOGY GA-X99-Ultra Gaming, User Manual

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- 14 - Hardware Installation
B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.
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Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from
the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.
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To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is
inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.
Step 1:
Push the lever closest to the "unlock" mark "
" (below referred as lever A) down and away from
the socket to release it.
Step 4:
Hold the CPU with your thumb and index fingers.
Align the CPU pin one mark (triangle) with the
triangle mark on metal socket frame and carefully
insert the CPU into the socket vertically.
Step 6:
Finally, secure lever A under its retention tab to
complete the installation of the CPU. Then care-
fully remove the plastic cover. Save it properly and
always replace it when the CPU is not installed.
Step 5:
Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully
replace the load plate. Then secure lever B under
its retention tab.
Step 3:
Gently press lever A to allow the load plate to rise.
Open the load plate. NOTE: DO NOT touch the
socket contacts after the load plate is opened.
Step 2:
Push the lever closest to the "lock" mark " "
(below referred as lever B) down and away from
the socket. Then lift the lever.
Lever A Lever B