3 install a cpu – Asus Terminator Tualatin User Manual

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Chapter 2: Basic Installation

2.3 Install a CPU

3. Position the CPU above the

socket such that its notched
or marked corner matches the
Socket Pin 1, while making
sure that the CPU is parallel
to the socket.

4. Carefully insert the CPU into

the socket until it fits in place.

WARNING!

The CPU fits only in one orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the pins and damaging the CPU. If
the CPU does not fit completely, check its orientation or check for
bent pins.

Socket Pin 1

Notched Corner

5. Push down the lever to secure

the CPU. The lever clicks in
place indicating that the
socket is locked.

6. Connect the CPU fan cable to

the 3-pin CPU_FAN connector
on the motherboard. Refer to
the picture in step 1.

CPU Fan Cable

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