1-3 Installing the CPU
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU. (Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
CPU to prevent hardware damage.
• Locate the pin one of the CPU. The CPU cannot be inserted if oriented incorrectly.
• Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
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of the CPU may occur.
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standard requirements for the peripherals. If you wish to set the frequency beyond the standard
card, memory, hard drive, etc.
Installing the CPU
AM4 Socket
A Small Triangle
One of the Socket
AM4 CPU
A Small Triangle
Pin One
1-4 Installing the Memory
Channel memory mode will double the original memory bandwidth.
following:
• Make sure that the motherboard supports the memory. It is recommended that memory of the
same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
• Always turn off the computer and unplug the power cord from the power outlet before installing the
memory to prevent hardware damage.
• Memory modules have a foolproof design. A memory module can be installed in only one direction.
If you are unable to insert the memory, switch the direction.
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the same capacity, brand, speed, and chips be used.
Please visit GIGABYTE's website for details on hardware installation.
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