the load lever (B) until it snaps into the retention tab.
B
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!
Notes on Intel® Hyper-Threading Technology
•This motherboard supports Intel® Pentium® 4 CPUs in the 775-land package
with Hyper-Threading Technology.
•Hyper-Threading Technology is supported under Windows® XP and Linux 2.4.x (kernel) and later versions only. Under Linux, use the Hyper-Threading compiler to compile the code. If you are using any other operating systems, disable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in the BIOS to ensure system stability and performance.
•Installing Windows® XP Service Pack 1 or later version is recommended.
•Make sure to enable the Hyper-Threading Technology item in BIOS before installing a supported operating system.
•For more information on Hyper-Threading Technology, visit www.intel.com/ info/hyperthreading.
To use the Hyper-Threading Technology on this motherboard:
1.Install an Intel® Pentium® 4 CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology.
2.Power up the system and enter the BIOS Setup (see Chapter 2: BIOS setup). Under the Advanced Menu, make sure that the item Hyper-Threading Technology is set to Enabled. The item appears only if you installed a CPU that supports Hyper-Threading Technology.
3.Reboot the computer.
