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Rear Panel
The rear panel provides the following connectors:
Hardware Setup
This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as
how to setup the jumpers on the mainboard. It also provides the instructions on connecting the
peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc. While doing the installation, be careful in
holding the components and follow the installation procedures.
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports Intel
®
Pentium 4 processor. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called
LGA775. When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to prevent overheating.
If you do not have the CPU cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before
turning on the computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php
MSI Reminds You...
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and the system, always make sure the cooling fan
can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
Overclocking
This mainboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your
components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to
operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages
or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.
Mouse
Parallel Port
COM Port
VGA Port
(for 946GZ)
USB Ports
USB Ports
LAN
Line-In RS-Out
SS-Out
Mic-In
Line-Out CS-Out
Keyboard
