Asus B85-PLUS- User Manual
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Table of Contents:
- Page 2 – Step 2. Check the CPU Grid; The appearance of a normal CPU socket
- Page 3 – Step 3. Install the CPU; Step 4. Confirm the Stability of CPU; Check from both ends of the CPU to confirm the stability.
- Page 4 – Step 5. Close the CPU Retention
- Page 6 – Secure the lever and CPU retention with only one hand.
Tips and tricks to LGA1150 CPU installation
The installation of the LGA1150 CPUs may seem easy as it looks, however it stands a
risk of bending the CPU socket pins when not done properly, resulting in malfunction
of the CPU integrated functionalities such as the basic CPU functions, CPU integrated
memory controller, as well as the CPU native PCI Express lane connections.
The guideline below outlines the Do’s and Don’ts to help you through this process.
It is highly recommended to read through it carefully before beginning with the CPU
installation process.
Step 1. Lift the Lever and CPU Retention
Press and hold the lever, and move it away from the lock, then lift the lever and the
CPU retention up with both hands as shown in the photo below:
1.
Check the appearance of the whole CPU
socket.
2.
Press the lever at the place shown in red
circle.
3.
Move the lever away from the lock.
4.
Use both hands to lift the lever and the
CPU retention.
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Summary
Step 2. Check the CPU Grid Check the CPU grid before installing the CPU onto it. If there is any bent pins on the CPU socket, contact your place of purchase to arrange RMA, or replacement if you have just purchased this motherboard for first use. The appearance of a normal CPU socket The appearance ...
Step 3. Install the CPU Hold the CPU with two fingers, then place it firmly and vertically onto the CPU socket as shown in the picture below. Check and ensure both latches on the CPU socket fits into the side latches on the CPU. Step 4. Confirm the Stability of CPU Check from both ends of the CPU so...
Step 5. Close the CPU Retention Hold both the lever and the CPU retention with both hands , and firmly lower the CPU retention to fit into the screw latch as shown below, and then secure the lever. The CPU cap will pop out once the lever is secured in place. Then remove the CPU cover, and you now ha...
