Gigabyte GA-Z77N-WIFI User Manual

- 13 - Hardware Installation
1-3 Installing the CPU and CPU Cooler
Read the following guidelines before you begin to install the CPU:
 Make sure that the motherboard supports the CPU.
(Go to GIGABYTE's website for the latest CPU support list.)
 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. (Or you may
locate the notches on both sides of the CPU and alignment keys on the CPU socket.)
 Apply an even and thin layer of thermal grease on the surface of the CPU.
 Do not turn on the computer if the CPU cooler is not installed, otherwise overheating and damage
of the CPU may occur.
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1-3-1 Installing the CPU
A. Locate the alignment keys on the motherboard CPU socket and the notches on the CPU.
Notch
Alignment KeyAlignment Key
Notch
LGA1155 CPU
LGA1155 CPU Socket
Pin One Corner of the CPU Socket
Triangle Pin One Marking on the CPU

Gigabyte GA-Z77N-WIFI Specifications

General

Memory voltage	1.5 V
Memory channels	Dual-channel
Memory slots type	DIMM
Number of memory slots	2
Supported memory types	DDR3-SDRAM
Maximum internal memory	16 GB
Supported memory clock speeds	800, 1066, 1333, 1600 MHz
Processor socket	LGA 1155 (Socket H2)
Processor manufacturer	Intel
Compatible processor series	Intel Celeron, Intel Pentium
S/PDIF out connector	Yes
Number of Parallel ATA connectors	0
USB 3.2 Gen 1 (3.1 Gen 1) connectors	1
USB 2.0 ports quantity	4
Audio chip	Realtek ALC892
Component for	PC
Power source type	ATX
Motherboard chipset	Intel Z77
Audio output channels	7.1 channels
Motherboard form factor	mini ATX
Compatible operating systems	Windows 8/7/XP
Supported storage drive interfaces	SATA II, SATA III
Parallel processing technology support	-
Bundled software	Norton Internet Security (OEM version), Intel Rapid Start Technology, Intel Smart Connect Technology, Intel Smart Response Technology
Networking features	Gigabit Ethernet, WLAN
Ethernet interface type	Gigabit Ethernet
BIOS type	EFI AMI

Weight and Dimensions

Width	170 mm