Motherboard Product Guide
How to Install the Processor
The processor installs in the Slot 1 connector on
the motherboard.
-NOTE
Before you install the processor, you must
install the retention mechanism that
secures the processor to the motherboard.
How to Install the Retention
Mechanism
To install the retention mechanism supplied with
the motherboard:
Locate Slot
1
and the four attachment studs
(C in Figure
4)
on the motherboard.
2.
To position the retention mechanism (B),
orient it as shown in Figure 4. Note that tab
(A) on Slot 1 fits into a notch in the retention
mechanism.
A
CAUTION
Overtightening the captive nuts on the
retention mechanism can damage the
motherboard. Use caution when tightening
these nuts.
3. To secure the mechanism, tighten the four
captive nuts (D) with a Phillips screwdriver.
Figure 4.
Installing the Processor Retention
Mechanism
You can now install the processor on the
motherboard. Refer to the instructions that
came with your processor.
After you have installed the processor, use the
following information to set the motherboard
jumpers for the processor’s speed.