Installation; Cpu Installation - Intel I965P User Manual

Always have the power supply unplugged and powered off when inserting and
removing devices within the computer chassis.

2-1 CPU Installation

Section 2 -- Installation
Step 1
Open load plate ( A ) , DO NOT touch socket contacts ( B ).
Step 2
Remove protective cover ( C ) from load plate. Please do not discard the
protective cover. Always replace the protective cover if the processor is
removed from the socket.
Step 3
Remove the processor from the protective cover. Do not touch the
bottom of the processor. The processor cover should not be discarded.
Always replace the processor cover if the processor is removed from
the socket.
Step 4
Hold the processor with thumb and index fingers as shown. Ensure
fingers align to the socket cutouts ( D ) , processor notches ( E ) align
to socket convexes ( F ). Place the processor straight down without
tilting or sliding in the socket.
The CPU is keyed to prevent incorrect insertion, do not
force the CPU into the socket. If it does not go in easily,
check for mis-orientation.
Step 5
Fan Clips
Place the fan heatsink onto the mainboard with the fasteners align to the
holes. Be care not to damage the thermal interface material attached to
the bottom of the heatsink. Rotate the clips 90 degrees to lock the CPU
cooler in place.
Connect the fan cable to the mainboard header JCPU_FAN.
When sending the mainboard for repair, please put back
this protective cover onto the socket.
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