IMB-9452 Motherboardbe carefully followed in order to avoid damage to the motherboard componentsand injury to the user.WARNING!When installing electronic components onto the motherboard always take thefollowing anti-static precautions in order to prevent ESD damage to themotherboard and other electronic components like the CPU and DIMMmodulesThe following components must be installed onto the motherboard or connected to themotherboard during the installation process. CPU CPU cooling kit DDR2 memory modules Peripheral device connection4.4.1 CPU InstallationWARNING!CPUs are expensive and sensitive components. When installing the CPUplease be careful not to damage it in anyway. Make sure the CPU is installedproperly and ensure that a heat sink and CPU cooling fan is properly installedbefore the motherboard is run or else both the CPU and the board may bedamaged.To install an Intel 479-pin CPU onto the motherboard, follow the steps below:Step 1: Is the CPU retention screw in an unlocked position? When shipped, theretention screw of the CPU socket should be in the unlocked position. If it is notin the unlocked position, use a screwdriver to position it in an unlocked position.(See Figure 4-1)Page 83
