Hardware Installation, CPU Processor Installation

PX865PE7 PRO/ PX865PE7

Hardware Installation

This section will assist you in quickly installing your system hardware. Wear a wrist ground strap before handling components. Electrostatic discharge may damage the system’s components.

CPU Processor Installation

This mainboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 processors using a Socket 775. Before building your system, we suggest you visit the Intel website and review the processor installation procedures. http://www.intel.com

CPU Socket 775 Configuration Steps:

1.Locate the CPU socket 775 on your mainboard and nudge the lever away from the socket as shown. Then lift the lever to a 140-degree angle (A). Next, lift up the iron cover (B).

2.There are 2 distinctive marks located near the corners of the socket on the same side as the lever as shown (C). Match these marks with the marks on the CPU and carefully lower the CPU down onto the socket (D).

3.Replace the iron cover and then lower the lever until it snaps back into position

(E). This will lock down the CPU (F).

4.Smear thermal grease on the top of the CPU. Lower the CPU fan onto the CPU/CPU socket and secure it using the attachments or screws provided on the fan. Finally, attach the fan power cable to the CPUFAN adapter.

Attention: DO NOT touch the pins on the socket (the pins are sensitive and can be easily damaged). Also, make sure that you have completed all of the installation steps before starting the system. Finally, double-check that the heatsink is properly installed and make sure that the CPU fan power cable is securely attached (cooling problems can cause overheating, leading to damage to the CPU and other sensitive components).

PX865PE7 specifications

The Intel PX865PE7 is a robust motherboard that caters to the needs of enthusiasts and professionals who require a reliable platform for their computing tasks. Built around the Intel 865PE chipset, this motherboard comes with a variety of features that enhance performance and enable seamless connectivity.

One of the standout features of the PX865PE7 is its support for the Intel Pentium 4 processors with Hyper-Threading technology, allowing for better multitasking capabilities. The motherboard supports a front-side bus (FSB) speed of up to 800 MHz, ensuring high data transfer rates between the CPU and the memory. With support for dual-channel DDR SDRAM, the PX865PE7 can accommodate up to 4 GB of RAM with speeds ranging from 400 MHz to 533 MHz, which significantly improves memory bandwidth and overall system performance.

In terms of expansion capabilities, the PX865PE7 offers multiple PCI slots, enabling the addition of various expansion cards such as graphics cards, sound cards, and network cards. With support for AGP 8X, users can install high-performance graphics cards for gaming and graphic-intensive applications. Furthermore, the motherboard provides SATA ports for faster data transfer rates compared to traditional IDE connections, enhancing storage performance.

The PX865PE7 also features integrated audio, courtesy of the AC’97 codec, delivering decent sound quality for standard multimedia tasks. On the connectivity front, it comes equipped with multiple USB 2.0 ports for the connection of peripherals and external storage devices, as well as Ethernet support for networking capabilities.

Built to ensure stability and longevity, the PX865PE7 incorporates several technologies such as Intel's Active Thermal Management which helps prevent overheating by dynamically adjusting CPU performance based on temperature readings. Additionally, it features support for advanced BIOS options, allowing users to fine-tune settings for optimal performance.

In conclusion, the Intel PX865PE7 is a versatile motherboard tailored for various computing needs. With its combination of support for high-speed processors, ample memory, and essential connectivity features, it stands as a solid choice for users seeking dependable performance and flexibility in their PC builds. Whether used for gaming, productivity, or multimedia tasks, the PX865PE7 delivers a promising foundation for any desktop system.