Chapter 2 Installation Instructions
CPU
This motherboard supports AMD Socket AM2 AthlonTM 64 X2
64FX, AthlonTM 64 and SempronTM processor with
Attention:
The CPU pins must be properly aligned with the holes in the socket, otherwise the CPU may be damaged.
For the detailed CPU vendor list qualified on this motherboard, please visit the website: http://www.foxconnchannel.com
Installation of CPU
Follow these steps to install the CPU.
90o
1. Unlock the socket by pressing the le- ver sideways, then lift it up to a 90o angle.
Gap in the base
2.Align the cut edge to the gap in the base of the socket. Carefully insert the CPU into the socket until it fits in place.
Cut edge
3.When the CPU is in place, press it firmly on the socket while you push down the socket lever to secure the CPU. The lever clicks on the side tab to indicate that it is locked.
Push down the socket lever to secure the CPU.
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