Global American 3308040A, User Manual

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4.4.1 CPU Installation
WARNING!
CPUs are expensive and sensitive components. When installing the CPU
please be careful not to damage it in anyway. Make sure the CPU is installed
properly and ensure that a heatsink and CPU cooling fan is properly installed
before the motherboard is run or else both the CPU and the board may be
damaged.
To install an Intel 479-pin CPU onto the motherboard, follow the steps below:
Step 1:
Step 2:
Is the CPU retention screw in an unlocked position? When shipped, the
retention screw of the CPU socket should be in the unlocked position. If it is not
in the unlocked position, use a screwdriver to position it in an unlocked position.
(See Figure 4-1 )
Figure 4-1: Make sure the CPU socket retention screw is unlocked
Inspect the CPU socket. Make sure there are no bent pins and make sure the
socket contacts are free of foreign material. If any debris is found, remove it with
compressed air.
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