IEI Technology IMBA-690AM2, User Manual

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IMBA-690AM2 Motherboard
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Step 1: 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.
Step 2: Open the CPU socket lever . Disengage the load lever by moving the lever
slightly outward to clear the retention tab. Rotate the load lever to a fully open
position. See Figure 5-1 .
Step 3: Orientate the CPU properly . Make sure the IHS (Integrated Heat Sink) side is
facing upward. See Figure 5-1 .
Step 4: Correctly position the CPU. Match the Pin 1 mark with the cut edge on the
CPU socket. See Figure 5-1 .
Figure 5-1: Install the CPU
Step 5: 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
Step 6: Close the CPU socket. Re-engage the load lever by pushing it back to its
original position. Secure the load lever under the retention tab on the side of
CPU socket. Step 0: