Installing The Cpu - Gigabyte GA-Q87M-MK User Manual

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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.
LGA1150 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.
* Available applications in APP Center may differ by motherboard model. Supported
functions of each application may also differ depending on motherboard
specifications.
EZ Setup
USB Blocker
® Internet Security (OEM version)
® Rapid Start Technology
Smart Connect Technology
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® Small Business Advantage
® Smart Response Technology
* If you plan to install Windows 8.1, please download the latest drivers from
GIGABYTE's website.
Notch
Alignment
Key
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU
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LGA1150 CPU
Notch