Motherboard Overview; Placement Direction; Screw Holes - Avalue Technology EMX-Q87 User Manual

2.2 Motherboard Overview

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to ensure that the
motherboard fits into it. Refer to the chassis documentation before installing the
motherboard.

2.2.1 Placement Direction

When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in the correct
orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the chassis as indicated in
the image below.

2.2.2 Screw Holes

Place four (4) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard to the
chassis.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the
motherboard. Failure to do so can cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
Do not over tighten the screws! Doing so can damage the
motherboard.
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Place this side towards the rear of the
chassis.
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