Acer G530 Series manual Upgrading the processor, Installing the CPU

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Upgrading the processor

This section includes instructions for installing and removing a processor and heat sink fan (HSF) assembly.

Installing the CPU

The mainboard has two 604-pin processor socket that support Intel Xeon processors. The system ships out with only a single Intel Xeon processor installed leaving one CPU socket empty. You have the option to purchase an extra CPU for the system.

Important: When installing an additional CPU, make sure the CPU has the same stepping and running values at the same frequency specifications as the default CPU.

1Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions described on page 35.

2Locate an empty CPU socket on the mainboard.

3Pull the CPU socket retainer lever to a fully open, upright position.

4Remove the CPU from its protective packaging.

5Align the CPU with the socket, making sure that pin 1 (indicated by the notched corner) of the CPU connects to hole 1 of the socket (on the bottom right corner), then insert the CPU into the socket

(1).