Installing a CPU
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The system board supports dual Pentium III processors running at 733, 800, or 866 MHz,
and future generations of Pentium CPUs on a 133-MHz system bus.
Caution: Always observe the ESD precautions when installing or removing a system
component. Refer to the preceding section.
Follow these steps to install a CPU:
1.
Remove the processor from its protective packaging.
2. Insert the new CPU into the CPU socket. Make sure that pin 1 (indicated by a
notched corner) of the CPU connects to hole 1 of the socket.
3. Push down the socket lever to lock the new CPU in the socket, as shown in
Figure 3-2.
Figure 3-2
Locking New CPU in Socket
4. Attach one side of the fan/heatsink metal bracket to the CPU socket and then gently
push down the other side of the metal bracket until it locks in place, as shown in
Figure 3-3.
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