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2.6 – Installing the Processor(s) and Heatsinks
Your brand new Thunder i7500 supports the latest processor technologies from Intel. Check the
following page on TYAN's website for latest processor support:
The following diagrams will detail how to install your processor(s):
The CPU Voltage Mismatch (LED) – Page 8, will light up red if there is a
mismatch in CPU voltage. Only identical CPUs can be used.
NOTE
Also, when installing only 1 processor, ensure to install it in CPU socket 1.
The processors you choose to use may not look exactly like the one pictured above, nor will the
socket look exactly the same. For example, your processor may appear to be in a different color
and have different markings on it. The diagram is provided as a visual guide to help you install
socket processors.
1.
Lift the lever on the socket until it is approximately 130
to the socket.
2.
Align the processor with the socket. There are keys underneath the processor just like
on memory modules to ensure that they insert the correct way.
3.
Seat the processor firmly into the socket by gently pressing down until the processor
sits flush with the socket.
4.
Place the socket lever back down until it snaps into place.
5.
Your processor is installed.
6.
Repeat these steps f or the second processor if you are using two processors.
Take care when installing Xeon processors as they have very fragile connector pins below
the processor and can bend and break if inserted improperly.
Heatsink Installation
After you are done installing the processor(s), you should proceed to installing their heatsinks.
Heatsinks will ensure that the processors do not overheat and continue to operate at maximum
performance for as long as you own them. Overheated processors are also dangerous to the
health of the motherboard.
Because there are many different types of heatsinks available from many different manufacturers,
a lot of them have their own method of installation. For the safest method of installation and
information on choosing the appropriate heatsink, please refer to Intel's certified heatsinks
webpage at the following Internet address:
http://support.intel.com/support/processors/xeon/thermal.htm
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