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Contents
Disclaimer/Copyrights
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ASUS Contact Information
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FCC/CDC Statements
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Safety Precautions
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Introduction:
About This Manual
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Audience
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Contents
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Conventions
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References
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System Package Contents
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Chapter
1:
System Overview
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1.1
System Features
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1.2
Front Panel Features
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1.3
Rear Panel Features
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1.4
Internal Features
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Chapter
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Hardware Setup
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2.1
Removing and installing the chassis cover
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Removing the cover
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Installing the cover
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2.2
Motherboard Placement
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Placement Direction
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Motherboard Screws
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2.3
Installing a CPU
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CPU Orientation
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CPU Socket Location
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Unlock the CPU Socket
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Insert the CPU
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Secure the CPU
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Install the Heatsink
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2.4
Installing system memory
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DIMM sockets location
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Install a DIMM
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