Supermicro H8DSP-8, H8DSP-i User Manual
H8DSP-8
H8DSP-i
USER’S MANUAL
Revision 1.0a
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Preface
Preface
About This Manual
This manual is written for system integrators, PC technicians and
knowledgeable PC users. It provides information for the installation and use of
the H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i serverboard. The H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i is based on the
ServerWorks HT-2000/1000 chipset and supports single or dual AMD Opteron
processors (single or dual core) in 940-pin microPGA ZIF sockets and up to 32 GB
of DDR333/266 or 16 GB of DDR400.
Please refer to the serverboard specifi cations pages on our web site for updates
on supported processors. This product is intended to be professionally installed.
Manual Organization
Chapter 1 includes a checklist of what should be included in your serverboard
box, describes the features, specifi cations and performance of the serverboard and
provides detailed information about the chipset.
Chapter 2 begins with instructions on handling static-sensitive devices. Read this
chapter when installing the processor(s) and memory modules and when installing
the serverboard in a chassis. Also refer to this chapter to connect the fl oppy and
hard disk drives, the serial ports, the mouse and keyboard and the twisted wires
for the power and reset buttons and the system LEDs.
If you encounter any problems, see Chapter 3, which describes troubleshooting
procedures for the video, the memory and the setup confi guration stored in CMOS.
For quick reference, a general FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions) section is pro-
vided. Instructions are also included for contacting technical support. In addition,
you can visit our web site for more detailed information.
Chapter 4 includes an introduction to BIOS and provides detailed information on
running the CMOS Setup utility.
Appendix A provides BIOS Error Beep Code Messages.
Appendix B lists BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes.
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Table of Contents
Preface
About This Manual ...................................................................................................... iii
Manual Organization ................................................................................................... iii
Chapter 1: Introduction
1-1 Overview ......................................................................................................... 1-1
Checklist .................................................................................................... 1-1
H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i Image ........................................................................ 1-3
H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i Serverboard Layout .................................................. 1-4
H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i Quick Reference ....................................................... 1-5
Serverboard Features .............................................................................. 1-6
ServerWorks HT-200/100 Chipset: System Block Diagram ..................... 1-8
1-2 Chipset Overview ........................................................................................... 1-9
1-3 PC Health Monitoring ................................................................................... 1-10
1-4 Power Confi guration Settings ....................................................................... 1-11
1-5 Power Supply ............................................................................................... 1-12
1-6 Super I/O ....................................................................................................... 1-13
Chapter 2: Installation
2-1 Static-Sensitive Devices ................................................................................. 2-1
2-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation ............................................................... 2-2
2-3 Mounting the Serverboard into a Chassis ...................................................... 2-4
2-4 Installing Memory ........................................................................................... 2-4
2-5 I/O Port and Control Panel Connections ........................................................ 2-7
2-6 Connecting Cables ......................................................................................... 2-8
Primary ATX Power Supply Connector ................................................... 2-8
Secondary Power Connector .................................................................... 2-8
NMI Button ............................................................................................... 2-8
Power LED ............................................................................................... 2-8
HDD LED ................................................................................................ 2-9
NIC1 LED ................................................................................................. 2-9
NIC2 LED ................................................................................................. 2-9
Overheat/Fan Fail LED ............................................................................ 2-9
Power Fail LED ...................................................................................... 2-10
UID Button and LED .............................................................................. 2-10
Power Button .......................................................................................... 2-10
Universal Serial Bus Ports (USB0/1) ...................................................... 2-10
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USB2/3 Headers .................................................................................... 2-11
Serial Ports ............................................................................................. 2-11
Fan Headers .......................................................................................... 2-11
Overheat LED ........................................................................................ 2-11
Chassis Intrusion .................................................................................... 2-11
Power LED/Speaker ............................................................................... 2-12
ATX PS/2 Keyboard/Mouse Ports .......................................................... 2-12
JLAN1/2 (Ethernet Ports) ....................................................................... 2-12
IPMB Header .......................................................................................... 2-12
DOC Power Header ............................................................................... 2-13
Wake-On-Ring ........................................................................................ 2-13
Wake-On-LAN ........................................................................................ 2-13
2-7 Jumper Settings ............................................................................................ 2-14
Explanation of Jumpers ......................................................................... 2-14
CMOS Clear ........................................................................................... 2-14
PCI-X#1/PCI-X#2 Frequency Select ...................................................... 2-15
Onboard Speaker Enable/Disable ......................................................... 2-15
Watch Dog Enable/Disable .................................................................... 2-15
SCSI Controller Enable/Disable ............................................................. 2-16
SCSI Termination Enable/Disable .......................................................... 2-16
VGA Enable/Disable ............................................................................... 2-16
Power Force On ..................................................................................... 2-16
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C to PCI Enable/Disable ...................................................................... 2-17
DOC IDE Bus Select .............................................................................. 2-17
2-8 Onboard Indicators ....................................................................................... 2-17
JLAN1/2 LEDs ........................................................................................ 2-17
+3.3V Power LED .................................................................................. 2-17
SCSI Activity LEDs ................................................................................. 2-18
POST Code LEDs .................................................................................. 2-18
2-9 Floppy, IDE, SCSI and SATA Drive Connections ......................................... 2-19
Floppy Connector ................................................................................... 2-19
IDE Connectors ...................................................................................... 2-20
SCSI Connectors ................................................................................... 2-21
SATA Connector ..................................................................................... 2-22
Chapter 3: Troubleshooting
3-1 Troubleshooting Procedures ........................................................................... 3-1
Before Power On ..................................................................................... 3-1
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No Power ................................................................................................. 3-1
No Video .................................................................................................. 3-1
Memory Errors ......................................................................................... 3-2
Losing the System’s Setup Confi guration ................................................ 3-2
3-2 Technical Support Procedures ....................................................................... 3-2
3-3 Frequently Asked Questions .......................................................................... 3-3
3-4 Returning Merchandise for Service ................................................................ 3-4
Chapter 4: BIOS
4-1 Introduction ..................................................................................................... 4-1
4-2 Main Setup ..................................................................................................... 4-2
4-3 Advanced Settings Menu ............................................................................... 4-2
4-4 PCI/PnP Menu .............................................................................................. 4-10
4-5 Boot Menu .................................................................................................... 4-11
4-6 Security Menu ............................................................................................... 4-14
4-7 Chipset Menu ............................................................................................... 4-15
4-8 Exit Menu ...................................................................................................... 4-17
Appendices:
Appendix A: BIOS Error Beep Codes ...................................................................... A-1
Appendix B: BIOS POST Checkpoint Codes .......................................................... B-1
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Chapter 1
Introduction
1-1 Overview
Checklist
Congratulations on purchasing your computer serverboard from an acknowledged
leader in the industry. Our boards are designed with the utmost attention to detail
to provide you with the highest standards in quality and performance.
Please check that the following items have all been included with your serverboard.
If anything listed here is damaged or missing, contact your retailer.
One (1) H8DSP-8 or H8DSP-i serverboard
One (1) IDE cable (CBL-036)
One (1) fl oppy cable (CBL-022)
One (1) CD containing drivers, utilities and user's manual
Optional:
Two (2) 1U passive heatsinks (SNK-P0012)
Two (2) CPU backplates (BKT-0004)
Two (2) heatsink retention modules (BKT-0005)
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Figure 1-1. H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i Image
Chapter 1: Introduction
Note: the H8DSP-8 is pictured. The H8DSP-i shares the same layout but without
SCSI controllers, jumpers or connectors.
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Figure 1-2. H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i Serverboard Layout
U320 SCSI CHB
JB1
JPA1
AIC-7902W
JPA2
DA2
DA1
JPA3
JSLED
JSM1
JA1
SATA0/1
PCI #1: 100 MHz PCI-X ZCR
(not drawn to scale)
JPB1
PCI #2: 133 MHz PCI-X
J22
JPXBO
JPXAO
VGA
JI2C1/JI2C2
HT-1000
COM1
BIOS
Rage
XL
JPG1
Mouse
KB
LAN2 LAN1
Battery
JBT1
1UIPMI
DB8/7/6/5/4/3/2/1
DP1
JWOL1
JWOR
JWD1
Speaker
USB0/1
JPF
J15
J43
JP17
JWF1
SATA2/3
JIDE1
JFDD1
CPU2 DIMM 1A
CPU2 DIMM 1B
CPU2 DIMM 2B
JL1
U320 SCSI CHA
PCI-Express #1
USB2/3
CPU2 DIMM 1A
PCI-Express #2
CPU2
HT-2000
COM2
JD1
JF1
CPU1 DIMM 2A
CPU1 DIMM 1A
CPU1 DIMM 2B
CPU1
FAN5 /6FAN7/8FAN9 /10
FAN3/4
CPU1 DIMM 1B
FAN1/2
Notes:
Jumpers not indicated are for test purposes only.
The H8DSP-i shares the same layout but without SCSI controllers, jumpers or connectors.
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H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i Quick Reference
Jumpers Description Default Setting
JBT1 CMOS Clear See Section 2-7
JD1 Onboard Spkr En/Disable Pins 6-7 (Enabled)
2
C1/2 I2C to PCI Enable/Disable Closed (Enabled)
JI
JP17 DOC Bus Select Closed (Master)
JPA1* SCSI Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPA2/JPA3* SCSI Channel A/B Term. Open (Enabled)
JPF Power Force On Open (Normal)
JPG1 VGA Enable/Disable Pins 1-2 (Enabled)
JPXAO/JPXBO PCI-X#1/#2 Freq. Select Open (Auto)
JWD1 Watch Dog Pins 1-2 (Reset)
Connectors Description
1U IPMI IPMI 2.0 Socket
COM1/COM2 COM1/2 Serial Port/Header
FAN1/2 - 9/10 Fan Headers
J15 Secondary Power Connector
J22 System Management Bus (IPMB) Header
J43 Primary ATX Power Connector (proprietary)
JA1* Ultra320 SCSI Channel A Connector
JB1* Ultra320 SCSI Channel B Connector
JD1 Power LED/Speaker Header
JF1 Front Panel Headers
JFDD1 Floppy Disk Drive Connector
JIDE#1 IDE#1 Connector
JL1 Chassis Intrusion Header
JLAN1/2 Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45) Ports
JSLED SCSI LED Activity Header
JSM1 4-Port Serial ATA Connector (SATA0/1/2/3)
JWF1 DOC Power Header
JWOL1 Wake-On-LAN Header
JWOR Wake-On-Ring Header
USB0/1/2/3 Universal Serial Bus Ports (0/1) and Headers (2/3)
VGA Video (Monitor) Port
Onboard LEDs Description
DA1/DA2 SCSI Channel A/B Activity LEDs
DB1-DB8 POST Code LEDs
DP1 +3.3V Standby Power LED
JPB1 UID (Unit Identifi er) LED/Button
*H8DSP-8 only
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Serverboard Features
CPU
• Single or dual AMD Opteron 200 series 64-bit processors in 940-pin microPGA
ZIF sockets
Memory
• Eight dual/single channel DIMM slots supporting up to 32 GB of registered ECC
DDR333/266 or up to 16 GB of registered ECC DDR400 SDRAM
Note: Memory capacities are halved for single CPU systems. Refer to Section 2-4 before installing.
Chipset
• ServerWorks HT-2000/1000
Expansion Slots
• One (1) 64-bit, 133 MHz PCI-X slot (3.3V)
• One (1) 64-bit, 100 MHz PCI-X/PCI slot (3.3V) (ZCR supported)
• Two (2) x8 PCI-Express slots
BIOS
• 8 Mb Firmware Hub AMIBIOS
• APM 1.2, DMI 2.3, PCI 2.2, ACPI 1.0 (ACPI 2.0 is BIOS supported), Plug and
Play (PnP)
®
Flash ROM
PC Health Monitoring
• Onboard monitors for CPU core voltages, 2.5V, 5Vin, +1.2V, ±12V, 5V stby, 2.5V
stby, DDR voltages and battery voltage
• Fan status monitor with fi rmware/software speed control in BIOS
• Watch Dog, NMI
• Environmental temperature monitoring via BIOS
• Power-up mode control for recovery from AC power loss
• System resource alert
• Hardware BIOS virus protection
• Auto-switching voltage regulator for the CPU core
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ACPI Features
• Microsoft OnNow
• Slow blinking LED for suspend state indicator
• BIOS support for USB keyboard
• Main switch override mechanism
• Internal/external modem ring-on
Onboard I/O
• Adaptec AIC-7902W SCSI controller for dual-channel Ultra320 SCSI, RAID 0, 1,
10 and JBOD supported (H8DSP-8 only)
• On-chip (HT-1000) controller for 4-port SATA subsystem, RAID 0, 1, and 10
supported
• One (1) ATA100 IDE port
• One (1) fl oppy port interface (up to 2.88 MB)
• Two (2) Fast UART 16550 compatible serial connectors (1 header, 1 port)
• Embedded (on-chip) Ethernet controller supports two Gigabit LAN ports
• PS/2 mouse and PS/2 keyboard ports
• Four (4) USB 2.0 ports (two ports, two headers)
• ATI Rage 8 MB XL graphics chip
• VGA port
Other
• Wake-on-Ring (JWOR)
• Wake-on-LAN (JWOL1)
CD Utilities
• BIOS fl ash upgrade utility
Dimensions
• Proprietary form factor, 16.235" x 11.24" (412 x 285 mm)
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Processor (2)
144 -bi t, 266 -400 MT /s
133 M Hz PCI-X Slot
AMD
Opteron
2x Gigabit
Ethernet
TM
Adaptec
AIC-7902W
16 x 16 @ 1 GB
16 x 16 @ 1 GB
8 x 8 @ 800 MB
AMD
Opteron
TM
Processor (1)
ServerWorks
HT-2000
ServerWorks
184-pin DIM Ms184-pin DIM Ms
144 -bi t , 266 -400 M T/ s
x8 PC I- Expr ess Slots
ATA100
USB 2.0
100 M Hz PCI-X/ PCI Slot
(ZCR)
SATA
Drives (4)
Serial Ports
HT-1000
LPC Link
ADM1026
Super I/O
ADI
Floppy Disk Drive
PS/2 Kybd/Mous e
Figure 1-3. ServerWorks HT-2000/1000TM Chipset:
System Block Diagram
Note: This is a general block diagram and may not exactly represent
the features on your serverboard. See the previous pages for the
actual specifi cations of your serverboard.
ATI Rage
XL 8 MB
BIOS
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1-2 Chipset Overview
The H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i serverboard is based on a Serverworks' chipset composed
of two main components: the HT-2000 HyperTransport
and the HT-1000 HyperTransport
TM
SystemI/OTM Hub. The HT-2000/1000 chipset
provides high performance, scalability and reliability. Its HyperTransport architecture
reduces IO bottlenecks to improve overall system performance. System memory
controllers are integrated into the processors to decrease latency.
HT-2000 SystemI/OTM Controller
The HT-2000 represents Serverworks' seventh generation of SystemI/O products.
This controller hub connects to the processors over a 1GHz (Double Data Rate
results in 2GHz operation), 16x HyperTransport bus and integrates the PCI-Express,
PCI-X and Gigabit Ethernet. The HyperTransport architecture allows concurrency
between the HyperTransport bus and PCI-Express and PCI-X. The processor side
of the HT link supports transfer rates of 2000, 1600, 1000, 800 and 400 Mb/s.
TM
SystemI/OTM controller
HT-1000 HyperTransport I/O Hub
The HT-1000 I/O hub interconnects the CPU/host bridge with the I/O bridge via
a HyperTransport bus to provide an interface between the HT-2000 and various
subsystems including the Winbond Super I/O functions, the onboard graphics, the
IDE controller and the USB ports.
HyperTransport Technology
HyperTransport technology is a high-speed, low latency point to point link that was
designed to increase the communication speed by a factor of up to 48x between
integrated circuits. This is done partly by reducing the number of buses in the
chipset to reduce bottlenecks and by enabling a more effi cient use of memory in
multi-processor systems. The end result is a signifi cant increase in bandwidth
within the chipset.
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1-3 PC Health Monitoring
This section describes the PC health monitoring features of the H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i.
The serverboard has an onboard System Hardware Monitor chip that supports PC
health monitoring.
Onboard Voltage Monitors for the CPU core voltages, 2.5V, 5Vin,
1.2V, ±12V, 5V stby, 2.5V stby, DDR and Battery Voltages
The onboard voltage monitor will scan these voltages continuously. Once a voltage
becomes unstable, it will give a warning or send an error message to the screen.
Users can adjust the voltage thresholds to defi ne the sensitivity of the voltage
monitor. Real time readings of these voltage levels are all displayed in the System
Health Monitor section of BIOS.
Fan Status Monitor with Firmware/Software Speed Control
The PC health monitor can check the RPM status of the cooling fans. The onboard
fans are controlled by thermal management via BIOS.
CPU Overheat/Fan Fail LED and Control
This feature is available when the user enables the CPU overheat/Fan Fail warning
function in the BIOS. This allows the user to defi ne an overheat temperature. When
this temperature is exceeded or when a fan failure occurs, then, the Overheat/Fan
Fail warning LED is triggered.
Auto-Switching Voltage Regulator for the CPU Core
The 3-phase-switching voltage regulator for the CPU core can support up to 80A and
auto-sense voltage IDs ranging from 0.875 V to 1.6V. This will allow the regulator
to run cooler and thus make the system more stable.
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1-4 Power Confi guration Settings
This section describes the features of your serverboard that deal with power and
power settings.
Microsoft OnNow
The OnNow design initiative is a comprehensive, system-wide approach to system
and device power control. OnNow is a term for a PC that is always on but appears
to be off and responds immediately to user or other requests.
Slow Blinking LED for Suspend-State Indicator
When the CPU goes into a suspend state, the chassis power LED will start blinking
to indicate that the CPU is in suspend mode. When the user presses any key, the
CPU will wake-up and the LED will automatically stop blinking and remain on.
BIOS Support for USB Keyboard
If a USB keyboard is the only keyboard in the system, it will function like a normal
keyboard during system boot-up.
Main Switch Override Mechanism
When an ATX power supply is used, the power button can function as a system
suspend button. When the user depresses the power button, the system will enter
a SoftOff state. The monitor will be suspended and the hard drive will spin down.
Depressing the power button again will cause the whole system to wake-up. Dur-
ing the SoftOff state, the ATX power supply provides power to keep the required
circuitry in the system alive. In case the system malfunctions and you want to turn
off the power, just depress and hold the power button for 4 seconds. The power
will turn off and no power will be provided to the serverboard.
Wake-On-Ring Header (JWOR)
Wake-up events can be triggered by a device such as the external modem ringing
when the system is in the SoftOff state. Note that external modem ring-on can only
be used with an ATX 2.01 (or above) compliant power supply.
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1-5 Power Supply
As with all computer products, a stable power source is necessary for proper and
reliable operation. It is even more important for processors that have high CPU
clock rates of 1 GHz and faster.
The H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i accommodates 12V ATX power supplies. Although most
power supplies generally meet the specifi cations required by the CPU, some are
inadequate. A 2 amp current supply on a 5V Standby rail is strongly recommended.
Note that the power supply connectors on the H8DSP-8/H8DSP-i are of a proprietary
design and require a proprietary power supply for proper connection.
It is strongly recommended that you use a high quality power supply that meets
12V ATX power supply Specifi cation 1.1 or above. Additionally, in areas where
noisy power transmission is present, you may choose to install a line fi lter to shield
the computer from noise. It is recommended that you also install a power surge
protector to help avoid problems caused by power surges.
Warning: To prevent the possibility of explosion, do not use the wrong type of
onboard CMOS battery or install it upside down.
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1-6 Super I/O
The disk drive adapter functions of the Super I/O chip include a fl oppy disk drive
controller that is compatible with industry standard 82077/765, a data separator,
write pre-compensation circuitry, decode logic, data rate selection, a clock genera-
tor, drive interface control logic and interrupt and DMA logic. The wide range of
functions integrated onto the Super I/O greatly reduces the number of components
required for interfacing with fl oppy disk drives. The Super I/O supports two 360
K, 720 K, 1.2 M, 1.44 M or 2.88 M disk drives and data transfer rates of 250 Kb/s,
500 Kb/s or 1 Mb/s.
It also provides two high-speed, 16550 compatible serial communication ports
(UARTs), one of which supports serial infrared communication. Each UART in-
cludes a 16-byte send/receive FIFO, a programmable baud rate generator, complete
modem control capability and a processor interrupt system. Both UARTs provide
legacy speed with baud rate of up to 115.2 Kbps as well as an advanced speed
with baud rates of 250 K, 500 K, or 1 Mb/s, which support higher speed modems.
The Super I/O provides functions that comply with ACPI (Advanced Confi guration
and Power Interface), which includes support of legacy and ACPI power manage-
ment through a SMI or SCI function pin. It also features auto power management
to reduce power consumption.
The IRQs, DMAs and I/O space resources of the Super I/O can be fl exibly adjusted
to meet ISA PnP requirements, which support ACPI and APM (Advanced Power
Management).
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Chapter 2: Installation
Chapter 2
Installation
2-1 Static-Sensitive Devices
Electric Static Discharge (ESD) can damage electronic com ponents. To prevent
damage to your system board, it is important to handle it very carefully. The following
measures are generally suffi cient to protect your equipment from ESD.
Precautions
• Use a grounded wrist strap designed to prevent static discharge.
• Touch a grounded metal object before removing the board from the antistatic
bag.
• Handle the board by its edges only; do not touch its components, peripheral
chips, memory modules or gold contacts.
• When handling chips or modules, avoid touching their pins.
• Put the serverboard and peripherals back into their antistatic bags when not in
use.
• For grounding purposes, make sure your computer chassis provides excellent
conductivity between the power supply, the case, the mounting fasteners and
the serverboard.
• Use only the correct type of CMOS onboard battery as specifi ed by the manufac-
turer. Do not install the CMOS onboard battery upside down, which may result
in a possible explosion.
Unpacking
The serverboard is shipped in antistatic packaging to avoid static damage. When
unpacking the board, make sure the person handling it is static protected.
Installation Procedures
Follow the procedures as listed below to install the serverboard into a chassis:
1. Install the processor(s) and the heatsink(s).
2. Install the serverboard in the chassis.
3. Install the memory and add-on cards.
4. Finally, connect the cables and install the drivers.
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2-2 Processor and Heatsink Installation
Exercise extreme caution when handling and installing the proces-
!
Installing the CPU Backplates
Two CPU backplates (BKT-0004) are optional items that may be included in the
retail box. The backplates prevent the CPU area of the serverboard from bending
and provide a base for attaching the heatsink retention modules. To install, begin
by peeling off the release paper to expose the adhesive. On the underside of the
serverboard, locate the two holes on either side of the CPU socket. Attach the
adhesive side of the backplate to the board by inserting the standoffs into the two
holes and applying light pressure so that the backplate sticks to the underside of
the board. Repeat for the second CPU socket. See Figure 2-1.
sor. Always connect the power cord last and always remove it be-
fore adding, removing or changing any hardware components.
Installing the Processor (install to the CPU#1 socket fi rst)
1. Lift the lever on CPU socket #1 until
it points straight up.
2. Use your thumb and your index fi n-
ger to hold the CPU. Locate pin 1 on
the CPU socket and pin 1 on the CPU.
Both are marked with a triangle.
3. Align pin 1 of the CPU with pin 1
of the socket. Once aligned, carefully
place the CPU into the socket. Do not
drop the CPU on the socket, move the
CPU horizontally or vertically or rub the
CPU against the socket or against any
pins of the socket, which may damage
the CPU and/or the socket.
Triangles
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