Acer G5350 Series manual Upgrading the processor, To install 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.

To install the CPU:

The mainboard has two 940-pin processor socket that support AMD Opteron™ processors. The system ships out with only a single AMD Opteron 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 at the same frequency specifications as the default CPU.

1Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions described on page 33.

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).