2.3 Install a CPU

The 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket on the P4B-MX motherboard supports an Intel Pentium 4 processor. This section tells you how to install a CPU. Refer to the motherboard user guide for more information.

CPU Socket Location

The CPU socket is located beside the rear panel connectors. Note the Pin 1 location on the socket.

Pin 1

CPU Orientation

Gold Mark

A CPU has a mark (usually a notch or a gold mark) on one corner to help you identify the correct orientation when inserting it to the socket.

Match the marked corner of the CPU to Pin 1 on the socket.

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