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Figure 5-10. Installing the Motherboard
Motherboard Installation
Installing the Motherboard
1. Review the documentation that came with your motherboard. Become familiar
with component placement, requirements, and precautions.
2. Confirm that the power supply (and redundant power supply if applicable) has
been disconnected. Lay the chassis on a flat surface.
3. Open the chassis cover.
4. Remove any packaging from the chassis.
5. If required by your motherboard, install standoffs in any areas that do not
have a permanent standoff. To do this, tighten a hexagonal optional standoff
into the chassis.
6. Lay the motherboard on the chassis aligning the permanent and optional
standoffs.
7. Secure the motherboard to the chassis using the rounded, Phillips head
screws. Do not exceed eight pounds of torque when tightening down the
motherboard.
8. Secure the CPU(s) and heatsinks to the motherboard.
Chapter 5 Chassis Setup and Maintenance
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