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13. UPGRADING
Upgrades should be completed by a certified computer technician.
13.1 UPGRADING THE CPU
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
1) Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before
installing the CPU to prevent electric shock and potential hardware damage. Locate the
pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.) Apply an even
and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
2) Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating
and damage of the CPU may occur.
13.1.1 Opening The OPC
To open the OPC unscrew the top two screws on the OPC and the bottom two screws on the OPC.
The white aluminium chassis will slide out when leaning the cabinet backwards.
13.1.2 Installing the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU. Depending
on your CPU, the socket may differ only slightly.
