1.3Overview

Before you install the P4B-E motherboard, take some time to familiarize yourself with its physical configuration and available features. This will facilitate the motherboard installation and future upgrades. A sufficient knowledge of the motherboard specifications will also help you avoid mistakes that may damage the board and its components.

This section presents the motherboard components and points out their specific locations. A brief description of each component follows. Refer to Chapter 2 for detailed information on these components.

1.3.1 Identifying the motherboard components

 

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Figure 1-1 Motherboard Components

Proceed to the succeeding pages for a brief description of each component.

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Chapter 1: Product introduction