Central Processing Unit (Cpu); Rear Panel; Hardware Setup - MSI 649 Neo-V Instruction Manual

Rear Panel

The rear panel provides the following connectors:
Mouse
Keyboard

Hardware Setup

This chapter tells you how to install the CPU, memory modules, and expansion cards, as well as
how to setup the jumpers on the mainboard. It also provides the instructions on connecting the
peripheral devices, such as the mouse, keyboard, etc. While doing the installation, be careful in
holding the components and follow the installation procedures.
Central Processing Unit: CPU
The mainboard supports Intel Pentium 4 / Celeron D Prescott processor. The mainboard uses a
CPU socket called LGA775. When you are installing the CPU, make sure to install the cooler to
prevent overheating. If you do not have the CPU cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and
install them before turning on the computer. For the latest information about CPU, please visit
http://www.msi.com.tw/program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php
MSI Reminds You...
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make sure the cooling fan can
work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.
Overclocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. However, please make sure your
components are able to tolerate such abnormal setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to
operate beyond product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee the damages
or risks caused by inadequate operation or beyond product specifications.
LGA775 CPU Installation (CPU Clip is optional)
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent
overheating. If you do not have the cooler, contact your dealer to purchase and install them
before turning on the computer. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some silicon heat transfer
compound on CPU before installing the cooler for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the
damage of your CPU & mainboard.
Parallel port
COM port
USB ports
4
Line ln
LAN
Line Out
USB ports
MIC