Advantech PCA-6187 user manual Memory Installation Procedures, Processor Installation

1.10 Memory Installation Procedures

To install DIMMs, first make sure the two handles of the DIMM socket are in the "open" position. i.e. The handles lean outward. Slowly slide the DIMM module along the plastic guides on both ends of the socket. Then press the DIMM module right down into the socket, until you hear a click. This is when the two handles have automatically locked the mem- ory module into the correct position of the DIMM socket. To remove the memory module, just push both handles outward, and the memory mod- ule will be ejected by the mechanism in the socket.

1.11 Processor Installation

The CPU on the board must have a fan or heat sink attached, to prevent overheating.

Warning: Without a fan or heat sink, the CPU will over-heat and cause damage to both the CPU and the single board computer. To install a CPU, first turn off your system and remove its cover. Locate the processor socket 478.

1.Make sure the socket 478 lever is in the upright position. To raise the lever, pull it out to the side a little and raise it as far as it will go.

2.Place the CPU in the empty socket. Follow the instructions that came with the CPU. If you have no instructions, complete the following proce- dure. Carefully align the CPU so it is parallel to the socket and the notches on the corners of the CPU correspond with the notches on the inside of the socket. Gently slide the CPU in. It should insert easily. If it does not insert easily, pull the lever up a little bit more.

3.Press the lever down. The plate will slide forward. You will feel some resistance as the pressure starts to secure the CPU in the socket. This is normal and will not damage the CPU. When the CPU is installed, the lever should snap into place at the side of the socket.

Note : The CPUs made with 0.18 micro-meter process technology ("Willamette") cannot be supported by PCA-6187.

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