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Hardware Installation

B. Follow the steps below to correctly install the CPU into the motherboard CPU socket.

• Before installing the CPU, make sure to turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from

the power outlet to prevent damage to the CPU.

• To protect the socket contacts, do not remove the protective plastic cover unless the CPU is

inserted into the CPU socket. Save the cover properly and replace it if the CPU is removed.

Step 1:

Push the lever closest to the "unlock" mark " "

(belowreferredasleverA)downandawayfromthe

socket to release it.

Step 4:

HoldtheCPUwithyourthumbandindexngers.

Alignthe CPU pinone mark (triangle) with the

triangle mark on metal socket frame and carefully

insert the CPU into the socket vertically.

Step 6:

Finally, secure lever A under its retention tab to

complete the installation of the CPU. Then carefully

remove the plastic cover. Save it properly and

always replace it when the CPU is not installed.

Step 5:

Once the CPU is properly inserted, carefully

replace the load plate. Then secure lever B under

its retention tab.

Step 3:

Gently press lever A to allow the load plate to

rise. Open the load plate. Note: DO NOT touch

the socket contacts after the load plate is opened.

Step 2:

Push the lever closest to the "lock" mark " "

(belowreferredasleverB)downandawayfrom

the socket. Then lift the lever.

Lever A Lever B

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