2.4Central Processing Unit (CPU)

2.4.1 Overview

The motherboard provides a Socket A (462) for CPU installation. AMD processors offer gigahertz speeds to support all the latest computing platforms and applications. The A7V8X supports AthlonTM XP/AthlonTM and DuronTM processors.

CPU NOTCH

TO INNER

CORNER

AMD™ CPU

A7V8X

CPU NOTCH

LEVER LOCK

A7V8X Socket A

Each AMD CPU has a “marked” corner. This corner is indicated with a notch, and/or a golden square or triangle. Refer to this indicator while orienting the CPU. See the next section for installation details.

A fan and heatsink should be attached to the CPU to prevent overheating.

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