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Hardware Setup
Clip
Clip
DIMM
DIMM Socket
Notch
Installing the Processor
For easy installation of the CPU, it is recommended that you remove all
Cards in PCI slots first.
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Unpack the CPU and identify the pin 1 corner of the CPU.
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Match pin 1 of the CPU with pin 1 of the CPU socket. The pin 1 corner of
the CPU socket is designated by a small triangle printed on the motherboard.
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Carefully insert the CPU into the CPU socket and move the metal arm downward
to replace it in its original position. Change any jumper settings as
detailed in the manual.
The small circle marked on the top of the CPU designates the pin 1 corner.
If a heat sink is attached and covers the top of the CPU, identify the pin 1
corner by turning the CPU over. Locate the small gold finger that extends
from one corner of the large central square portion of the CPU. The gold
finger points towards pin 1, which is also uniquely identified by a square pad.
Positioning the CPU incorrectly in the socket can permanently damage
the CPU and the computer when you turn on the system.
5. Position the DIMM above the socket. Align the two small notches in the
bottom edge of the DIMM with the keys in the socket.
6. Insert the bottom edge of the DIMM into the socket.
7. When the DIMM is seated, push down on the top edge of the DIMM until the
retaining clips at the ends of the socket snap into place. Make sure the
clips are firmly in place.
8. Replace the computer cover.
9. If you installed a DIMM with ECC memory, start the computer and use the
ECC Configuration feature in Setup to enable the use of ECC.
