Central Processing Unit (Cpu); Overview; Installing Cpu - Asus V4-M3A3200 User Manual

2.4

Central Processing Unit (CPU)

2.4.1

Overview

The motherboard comes with an AM2+/AM2 socket designed for AMD
AM2+ Phenom™ FX / Phenom / Athlon™ 64 / Sempron™ processor or for Socket
AM2 Athlon 64 X2 / Athlon 64 FX / Athlon 64 / Sempron processor.
• Make sure that all power cables are unplugged before installing the CPU.
• Connect the chassis fan cable to the CHA_FAN connector to ensure
system stability.
The AM2+/AM2 socket has a different pinout from the 940-pin socket designed
for the AMD Opteron processor. Ensure you use a CPU designed for the
AM2+/AM2 socket. The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force
the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
2.4.2

Installing CPU

To install a CPU:
1. Locate the CPU socket on the motherboard.
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M3A78-EM
M3A78-EM CPU Socket AM2+
ASUS V4-M3A3200
Socket
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