Install The Processor Onto The Motherboard

Installing the processor onto the motherboard is quite easy. The processor plugs into the processor socket on the motherboard.

	The processor socket is the large square in the center right-hand portion of the motherboard in this picture.
	The processor is installed using Zero Insertion Force (ZIF). The ZIF is provided by the metal insertion arm shown at the bottom of the square socket.
	Lift the metal insertion arm into the full upright position.
	Lift the metal cover into the upright position.
	This picture shows the underside of the Intel Core i7 processor to show how it is keyed for the socket. Circled are two gaps in the processor and two notches in the socket. Align the gaps on the processor with the notches and insert the processor into the socket.
	The processor should lay flat and flush with the socket. It should not be necessary to press or force the processor into the socket.
	Lower the cover and insertion arm and lock the insertion arm into place, securing the processor. It should look like this.

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	Parts List
	Tools
	Computer Case and Power Supply
	Motherboard
	Processor, CPU Cooler and Thermal Compound
	RAM - System Memory
	Video Card
	Monitor
	Keyboard and Mouse
	Hard Drive
	DVD RW
	Speakers
	Install the Processor onto the Motherboard
	Install the CPU Cooler
	Install the RAM - System Memory
	Install the Motherboard into the Computer Case
	Install the Video Card
	Connect the Power Supply to the Motherboard
	Connect the System Panel Cables
	Ready the Monitor
	Ready the Keyboard and Mouse
	First Boot
	First Boot Common Problems
	Install the SATA Hard Drive
	Install the DVD RW Drive
	Connect the Speakers
	Second Boot
	Configure the BIOS Parameter Settings
	Test The Hard Drive
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	Driver Installation
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