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Hardware Setup
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports
Intel
®
Pentium
®
4 / Pentium
®
D
processors in 775-pin
package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called LGA775 for easy CPU installation.
W hen you are installing the CPU,
make sure the CPU has a heat sink and a
cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating.
If you do not have the
heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before
turning on the computer.
For more information on compatible components, please visit
http://www.msi.com.
tw/program/products/server/svr/pro_svr_qvl.php
.
MSI Reminds You...
Over heating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the C PU from
overheating.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or
unplug the power supply
’
s power cord from grounded outlet first to
ensure the safety of CPU.
Over clocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please
make sure your components are able to tolerate such extreme set-
tings while doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond product
specifications is not recommended.
We do not guarantee the dam-
ages or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond prod-
uct specifications.
Introduction to LGA 775 CPU
The surface of LGA 775 CPU.
Remember to apply some
silicone heat transfer compound
on it for better heat dispersion.
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
The pin-pad side of LGA 775
CPU.
Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator
Alignment Key
Alignment Key
