Intel DQ57TM Product Guide

Installing and Replacing Desktop Board Components
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4. Remove the protective socket cover from the socket by placing your thumb against
the front edge of the cover and resting your index finger on the rear grip
(Figure 10, A). Lift the front edge of the socket to disengage the cover from the
socket and lift the
cover up
and away from the socket (Figure 10, B). Do not touch
the socket contacts.
NOTE
Do not discard the socket cover; save it for possible future use. Always replace
the socket cover if you remove the processor from the socket.
Figure 10. Remove the Socket Cover

Intel DQ57TM Specifications

General

Form Factor	Micro ATX
Chipset	Intel Q57
Socket	LGA 1156
Memory Type	DDR3
Memory Slots	4
Maximum Memory	16 GB
PCI Express x16 Slots	1
PCI Express x1 Slots	2
PCI Slots	1
SATA Ports	6
eSATA	1
USB Ports	12
Ethernet	Gigabit Ethernet
RAID Support	RAID 0, 1, 5, 10
Video Output	DVI, VGA
Audio	Realtek ALC888S