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3 install a cpu, Cpu socket location, Cpu orientation – Asus AP130 User Manual

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Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

2.3

Install a CPU

The 478-pin Zero Insertion Force (ZIF) socket on the P4B-MX motherboard
supports an Intel Pentium 4 processor. This section tells you how to install a
CPU. Refer to the motherboard user guide for more information.

CPU Socket Location

The CPU socket is located beside
the rear panel connectors. Note the
Pin 1 location on the socket.

Pin 1

CPU Orientation

A CPU has a mark (usually a notch
or a gold mark) on one corner to help
you identify the correct orientation
when inserting it to the socket.

Match the marked corner of the CPU
to Pin 1 on the socket.

Gold Mark