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Hardware setup, 5 central processing unit (cpu), 1 cpu installation – Asus P4T-M User Manual

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ASUS P4T-M User’s Manual

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3. HARDWARE SETUP

3. H/W SETUP

CPU

3.5 Central Processing Unit (CPU)

The motherboard provides a ZIF Socket for the P4 Socket 423 CPU. The CPU that
came with the motherboard should have a fan attached to it to prevent overheating.
If not, then purchase a fan before turning on the system.

3.5.1 CPU Installation

1. Locate the P4 Socket 423 and

open it by pulling the lever gently
sideways away from the socket.
Then lift the lever upwards. The
socket lever must be fully opened
(90 to 100 degrees).

2. Insert the CPU with the correct

orientation. The gold arrow
of the CPU must be oriented
toward the outer corner of the
socket base nearest to the tip of
the lever handle.

3. Once completely inserted, press the CPU firmly and close the socket

lever until it snaps into its locked position.

CAUTION!

The CPU fits in one orientation and should drop easily into

place. Do not force the CPU into the socket to avoid bending the pins. If
the CPU does not fit, check its alignment and look for bent pins.

P4T-M Socket 423

P4T

®

Socket 423 Pentium 4

Gold Arrow

Gold Arrow