Central Processing Unit: Cpu; Example Of Cpu Core Speed Derivation Procedure; Memory Speed/Cpu Fsb Support Matrix - MSI 848PM User Manual

Central Processing Unit: CPU

The mainboard supports Intel
essor in the 478 pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called PGA478 for
easy CPU installation. When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a
heat sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If
you do not find the heat sink and cooling fan, 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

Example of CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure

If CPU Clock
Core/Bus ratio
then CPU core speed

Memory Speed/CPU FSB Support Matrix

Memory
FSB
400 MHz
533 MHz
800 MHz
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.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or
unplug the power supply's power cord from grounded outlet first to
ensure the safety of CPU.
Pentium 4/Celeron Northwood/Prescott proc-
® ®
= 133MHz
= 23
= Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
= 133MHz x 23
= 3.06 GHz
DDR 266 DDR 333
OK N/A
OK OK
N/A N/A
Hardware Setup
DDR 400
N/A
N/A
OK
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