Processor And Heatsink Fan Installation - Supermicro PDSMU User Manual

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Processor and Heatsink Fan Installation

When handling the processor package, avoid placing
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direct pressure on the label area of the fan.
(*Notes: 1. Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding,
removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install the
processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
2. Intel's boxed Pentium CPU package contains the CPU fan and heatsink as-
sembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only Intel-certifi ed
multi-directional heatsink and fan.
3. The Intel Pentium 4 LGA 775 heatsink and fan comes with a push-pin design
and no tool is needed for installation.
4. Make sure to install the motherboard into the chassis before you install the CPU
heatsink and fan.)
5. When purchasing an LGA 775 CPU or when receiving a motherboard with an
LGA 775 CPU pre-installed, make sure that the CPU plastic cap is in place and
none of the CPU pins are bent; otherwise, contact the retailer immediately.
6. Refer to the MB Features Section for more details on CPU support.
Installation of the LGA775 Processor
1. Press the socket lever to release
the load plate, which covers the CPU
socket, from its locking position.
2. Gently lift the socket lever to open
the load plate.
Socket Lever
Load Plate
Load Plate
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