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CPU (Central Processing Unit)

The mainboard supports Intel

mainboard uses a CPU socket called LGA775. W hen you are installing the CPU,

make sure to install the heat sink/cooler to prevent overheating. If you do

not have the CPU, contact your dealer to purchase and install them before turning on

the computer.

For the latest information about CPU, please visit http://www.msi.com.tw/program/

products/mainboard/mbd/pro_mbd_cpu_support.php

Important

1. Overheating will seriously damage the CPU and system. Always make

sure the cooling fan can work properly to protect the CPU from overheating.

2. Make sure that you apply an even layer of heat sink paste (or thermal tape)

between the CPU and the heatsink to enhance heat dissipation.

3. While replacing the CPU, always turn off the ATX power supply or unplug

the power supply's power cord from the grounded outlet first to ensure the

safety of CPU.

The surface of LGA 775 CPU.

Remember to apply some sili-

cone heat transfer compound on

it for better heat dispersion.

Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator

Pentium 4 / Celeron D

The pin-pad side of LGA 775

CPU.

Yellow triangle is the Pin 1 indicator

Hardware Setup

(LGA775) processor. The

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