2.1.Safety Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and injury, always follow basic safety precautions.
Remember to remove power from your computer by disconnecting the AC main source before removing or installing any equip-
ment from/to the computer chassis.
2.2.Preparing the Motherboard
The motherboard shipped in the box does not contain a CPU or memory. You need to purchase a CPU, a CPU fan assembly,
and memory to complete this installation.
2.2.1.Installing the CPU
When installing a APU, always remember to install a APU heatsink. An APU heatsink is necessary to prevent overheating and
maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct APU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage
both the APU and the motherboard.
1. Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Make sure to raise the lever up to a 90-degree angle.
2. Look for the gold arrow of the APU. The gold arrow should point as shown in the picture. The APU can only fit in the correct
orientation.
3. If the APU is correctly installed, the pins should be completely embedded into the socket and can not be seen. Please note that
any violation of the correct installation procedures may cause permanent damages to your motherboard.
4. Press the APU down firmly into the socket and close the lever. As the APU is likely to move while the lever is being closed,
always close the lever with your fingers pressing tightly on top of the APU to make sure the APU is properly and completely
embedded into the socket.
5. Locate the CPU fan connector on the motherboard.
6. Position the cooling set onto the retention mechanism. Hook one end of the clip to hook first.
7. Then press down the other end of the clip to fasten the cooling set on the top of the retention mechanism. Locate the Fix Lever
and lift up it.
8. Fasten down the lever.
9. Attach the APU Fan cable to the APU fan connector on the motherboard.
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