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Installing the CPU
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU
support list.)
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the CPU
to prevent hardware damage.
• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly. (Or you may locate
the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
• Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage of
the CPU may occur.
• Set the CPU host frequency in accordance with the CPU specifications. It is not recommended that
the system bus frequency be set beyond hardware specifications since it does not meet the standard
requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard specifications, please
do so according to your hardware specifications including the CPU, graphics card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Installing the CPU
Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
LGA1151 CPU Socket
Alignment Key
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Do not remove the CPU socket cover before inserting the CPU. It may pop off from the load plate
automatically during the process of re-engaging the lever after you insert the CPU.
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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.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest supported memory speeds and memory modules.)
• 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.
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Installing an Expansion Card
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install an expansion card:
• Make sure the motherboard supports the expansion card. Carefully read the manual that came
with your expansion card.
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing an
expansion card to prevent hardware damage.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation.
Alignment Key
Notch
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU
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LGA1151 CPU
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