Installing The Apu; Installing The Memory - Gigabyte GA-F2A78M-HD2 User Manual

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Operating
Support for Windows 8.1/8/7 32-bit/64-bit
System
Support for Windows XP 32-bit
Micro ATX Form Factor; 22.6cm x 17.4cm
Form Factor
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prior notice.
* Please visit the Support & Downloads\Utility page on GIGABYTE's website to check the supported operating system s
for the software listed in the "Unique Features" and "Bundled Software" columns.
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Installing the APU

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the APU:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the APU.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
APU to prevent hardware damage.
Locate the pin one of the APU. The APU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly.
Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the APU.
Do not turn on the computer if the APU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
of the APU may occur.
standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Installing the APU
A Small Triangle
Marking Denotes Pin
One of the Socket
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Installing the Memory

Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the memory:
Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
memory to prevent hardware damage.
Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.
If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
* To support Windows XP 32-bit, you must install an AMD FM2 Trinity APU.
A Small Triangle
FM2+ Socket
Marking Denotes
APU Pin One
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APU

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