User`s guide

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Motherboard User’s Guide
Installing the Processor
This motherboard has a LGA1155 socket for latest 2
nd
Generation Intel
®
Core
TM
Family processors. When choosing a processor, consider the performance re-
quirements of the system. Performance is based on the processor design, the clock
speed and system bus frequency of the processor, and the quantity of internal
cache memory and external cache memory.
CPU Installation Procedure
Follow these instructions to install the CPU:
A. Opening of the Load Plate
· Put your thumb on the tail of the load
plate and press the tail down.
· Rotate the load plate to fully open
position.
B. Disengaging of the Load Lever
· Hold the hook of lever and pull it to the
left side to clear retention tab.
· Rotate the load lever to fully open
position.
C. Removing the Cap
· Be careful not to touch the contact at
any time.