2.3Central Processing Unit (CPU)

2.3.1 Overview

The Intel® Pentium® CPU has a gold triangular mark on one corner. This mark indicates the processor Pin 1 that should match a specific corner of the CPU socket.

Gold Arrow

P4R800-V DELUXE

P4R800-V DELUXE Socket 478

Incorrect installation of the CPU into the socket may bend the pins and severely damage the CPU!

Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology

1.Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP and later versions only. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Techonology item in BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.

2.It is recommended that you install Windows® XP Service Pack 1.

3.For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/info/hyperthreading.

ASUS P4R800-V Deluxe motherboard user guide

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