
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation
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Installation Steps
Step
Action
Turn to
1
Unpack the motherboard.
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2
Configure the CPU.
Page 6
Configure the CPU.
Page 6
Select the CPU voltage.
Page 6
Select the CPU speed.
Page 7
Install the CPU.
Page 8
3
Install memory.
Page 10
Install system memory.
Page 10
Configure cache memory.
Page 13
4
Install the motherboard.
Page 16
5
Attach cables to connectors.
Page 18
Connect the power supply.
Page 20
Attach the keyboard cable.
Page 21
Connect the mouse cable.
Page 22
Attach cables.
Page 23
Connect onboard I/O.
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Connect the serial ports.
Page 26
Connect the parallel port.
Page 26
Connect floppy drive(s).
Page 28
Connect the IDE drive(s).
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6
Test and configure.
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Warning
This motherboard contains sensitive electronic
components that can be easily damaged by static
electricity. Follow the instructions carefully to
ensure correct installation and to avoid static
damage.