User`s manual
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X7SB4/X7SBE User's Manual
Installing the LGA775 Processor
Press the socket lever to release the 1.
load plate, which covers the CPU
socket, from its locking position.
Gently lift the socket lever to open 2.
the load plate.
Socket Lever
Load Plate
Load Plate
2-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation
When handling the processor package, avoid placing direct
pressure on the label area of the fan.
Notes:
Always connect the power cord last and always remove it before adding, 1.
removing or changing any hardware components. Make sure that you install
the processor into the CPU socket before you install the CPU heatsink.
The Intel boxed Xeon LGA 775 CPU package contains the CPU fan and 2.
heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU separately, make sure that you use only
Intel-certiedmulti-directionalheatsinkandfan.
The Intel® Xeon LGA 775 heatsink and fan comes with a push-pin design 3.
and no tool is needed for installation.
Make sure to install the motherboard into the chassis before you install the 4.
CPU heatsink and fan.)
When purchasing an LGA 775 CPU or when receiving a motherboard with 5.
an LGA 775 CPU pre-installed, make sure that the CPU plastic cap is in
place and none of the CPU pins are bent; otherwise, contact the retailer
immediately.
Refer to the MB Features Section for more details on CPU support.6.
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