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Installing a CPU

1.Loosen the CPU fan screws.

2.Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the CPU fan connector on the motherboard, then lift the CPU fan.

3.Remove the bracket screw that secures the chassis fan and heatsink assembly to the rear panel.

4.Disconnect the chassis fan cable from the chassis fan connector, then lift the chassis fan and heatsink assembly.

5.Locate the 478-pin CPU socket on the motherboard. Unlock the socket by pressing the lever sideways then lifting it up to a 90° angle.

6.Position the CPU above the socket such that its marked corner (gold mark) matches the base of the socket lever.

7.Carefully insert the CPU to the socket until it fits in place.

CAUTION! The CPU fits only in one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU!

8.When the CPU is in place, push down the socket lever to secure the CPU.

9.Re-install the chassis fan and heatsink assembly.

10.Re-install the CPU fan.

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ASUS DiGiMatrix (AB-V10)