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X6QT8/X6QTE+ User's Manual
IMPORTANT: Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before add-
ing, removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install
the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heat sink.
*Note: For proper system cooling, please use the heatsink provided by
Supermicro.
2-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation
When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct pressure
on the label area of the fan. Also, do not place the motherboard on a
conductive surface which can damage the BIOS battery and prevent
system bootup.
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1. Lift the lever on the CPU socket--lift
the lever completely as shown on the
picture on the right; otherwise, you will
damage the CPU socket when power is
applied. (Install CPU1 fi rst.)
Socket lever
Pin1
Socket lever in the
locking Position
2. Insert the CPU in the socket, making
sure that pin 1 of the CPU aligns with pin
1 of the socket (both corners are marked
with a triangle). When using only one
CPU, install it into CPU socket #1 (CPU
sockets will be automatically disabled if
not in use).
3. Press the lever down until you hear a
click, so you can be sure that the CPU is
securely installed in the CPU socket.
CPU Installation
(*Note: CPUs shown in the pictures are for display only.
Your CPU may or may not look exactly the same as the
ones shown in the graphics above.)