IEI Technology IBM-Q670, User Manual

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IMB-Q670 Micro-ATX Motherboard
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Step 4: Orientate the CPU properly. The contact array should be facing the CPU
socket.
Step 5: Correctly position the CPU. Match the Pin 1 mark with the cut edge on the
CPU socket.
Step 6: Align the CPU pins. Locate pin 1 and the two orientation notches on the CPU.
Carefully match the two orientation notches on the CPU with the socket
alignment keys.
Step 7: Insert the CPU. Gently insert the CPU into the socket. If the CPU pins are
properly aligned, the CPU should slide into the CPU socket smoothly. See
Figure 4-4 .
Figure 4-4: Insert the Socket LGA1155 CPU
Step 8: Close the CPU socket. Close the load plate and engage the load lever by
pushing it back to its original position. There will be some resistance, but will not
require extreme pressure.
Step 9: Connect the 12 V power to the board. Connect the 12 V power from the power
supply to the board. Step 0: