IEI Technology PCIE-9152, User Manual

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PCIE-9152 PCIMG 1.3 CPU Card
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The CPU, CPU cooling kit and DIMM are the most critical components of the PCIE-9152.
If one of these component is not installed the PCIE-9152 cannot run.
5.3.1 Socket 479 CPU Installation
The CPU installation only applies to models that have a Socket 479 CPU socket. Skip the
CPU installation for models that have the CPU preinstalled.
If a CPU is not preinstalled on the PCIE-9152, please follow the installation instructions
below.
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 the correct cooling kit is properly
installed.
To install a socket 479 CPU onto the PCIE-9152, follow the steps below:
WARNING:
When handling the CPU, only hold it on the sides. DO NOT touch the
pins at the bottom of the CPU.
Step 1: Unlock the CPU retention screw. 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 unlock the screw. See Figure 5-1 .