Replacing the processor
The system is compatible with the Intel® Pentium® III 100 and 133 MHz
The system board will support the following processor/bus configurations:
■350 MHz through 700 MHz processors with 100 MHz FSB
■533 MHz, 600 MHz, and faster processors with 133 MHz FSB
Important A heat sink must be installed on each Pentium processor.
When replacing a processor, order a Pentium processor upgrade kit. The kit includes the Pentium processor, a heat sink, and a disposable electrostatic wrist strap.
To replace the processor:
1Turn off the system and disconnect the power cord, modem cord (if installed), and all external peripheral devices.
2Open the case (see “Opening the case” on page 17), observing the “Static electricity precautions” on page 15.
3Disconnect the power supply cable of the processor fan from the CPU fan connector on the system board.
4Place the head of a
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