Central Processing Unit: Cpu - MSI K7N2GM2-ILSR User Manual

Central Processing Unit: CPU

The mainboard supports AMD
in the 462 pin package. The mainboard uses a CPU socket called Socket A for easy
CPU installation. When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a heat
sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to prevent overheating. If you do
not find the heat sink and cooling fan, contact your dealer to purchase and install
them before turning on the computer.
For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/
program/products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php.
MSI Reminds You...
Overheating
Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system, always make
sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from
overheating.
Replacing the CPU
While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or
unplug the power supply's power cord from grounded outlet first to
ensure the safety of CPU.
Overclocking
This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. However,
please make sure your components are able to tolerate such abnor-
mal setting, while doing overclocking. Any attempt to operate beyond
product specifications is not recommended. We do not guarantee
the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation or be-
yond product specifications.
CPU Core Speed Derivation Procedure
CPU Clock multiplied by Core/Bus ratio equals the CPU core speed.
For example:
If CPU Clock
Core/Bus ratio
then CPU core speed
®
Athlon™, Athlon™ XP and Duron™ processors
= 100MHz
= 14
= Host Clock x Core/Bus ratio
= 100MHz x 14
= 1.4 GHz
Hardware Setup
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