Central processing unit: cpu, Cpu installation procedures – MSI MS-6380 User Manual

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Chapter 2

2-2

1. Pull the lever sideways away

from the socket. Then, raise
the lever up to a 90-degree
angle.

3. Hold the CPU firmly, and

then press the lever down to
complete the installation.

Central Processing Unit: CPU

CPU Installation Procedures

2. Look for the cut edge. The

cut edge should point
towards the lever pivot. The
CPU will only fit in the
correct orientation.

The mainboard supports AMD

®

Athlon

TM

, Athlon XP and Duron

TM

processors. It uses a CPU socket called Socket A for easy CPU installation.
Make sure the CPU has a Heat Sink and a cooling fan attached on the top to
prevent overheating.
If you do not find the Heat Sink and cooling fan,
contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on the
computer.

Open Lever

Cut edge

Sliding

Plate

Close
Lever

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