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Chapter 1

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Getting Started

CPU (Central Processing Unit)

Important

Overheating

Overheating can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard. Always make sure the

cooling fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheating. Be sure to apply an

even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsink to

enhance heat dissipation.

Replacing the CPU

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power supply’s power cord to ensure the safety of the CPU.

Overclocking

This motherboard is designed to support overclocking. Before attempting to overclock,

please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclocking. Any

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guarantee the damages or risks caused by inadequate operation beyond product

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Introduction to the LGA 1150 CPU

The surface of the LGA 1150 CPU has two notches and a golden triangle to

assist in correctly lining up the CPU for motherboard placement. The golden

triangle is the Pin 1 indicator.

Notch

Golden triangle is the Pin 1 indicator

Notch

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