Hello friends! As I already clarified in one of the previous publications, assembling a computer usually begins with installing the processor. This is easy to do if you follow the procedure correctly. Those who are too lazy to read this instruction will find a video on the topic at the end of the article.
The installation of components from AMD and Intel is almost the same - the difference lies in the method of attaching the cooler. And now in more detail about how to install the processor on the motherboard.
How to place the part correctly
The device is mounted in a special slot called a socket. It is difficult to confuse it with any other connector: there is nothing else like it on the motherboard. Different modifications of stones, as well as different brands, may have different sockets. Intel today most often uses socket 1151, AMD uses AM4 and sometimes AM3+.
Keep in mind that the part does not always fit a specific socket: the number and location of the legs, as well as the location of the lockers, do not match. These are special locks that prevent the part from being installed incorrectly.
Usually for AMD it is a small triangular cutout in the upper corner, and for Intel there is a pair of semicircular grooves at the upper end. If the socket and processor match, the latter is installed without visible effort.
Often on the motherboard, the slot is covered with a special plastic plug. Before removing it, you need to pull up the lever, which activates the locking frame. The same must be done if the plug is missing.
Before installing the stone, check the condition of the legs: they should all be perpendicular to its surface and parallel to each other. 
Also pay attention to the condition of the antennae on the motherboard, which are designed to connect the cooler power.
The part should be inserted carefully, without damaging the legs, so that they fit strictly in the designated places and the grooves coincide. After this, you should fix the part with the frame by lowering the lever and moving it behind the latch.
Cooler installation
The cooling system is installed after applying thermal paste. Box stones most often already have it on the radiator - just remove the protective cover.
The cooling system is different between the two competing brands. In the case of Intel, there are four studs on the radiator in the corners. Each pin must be inserted until it clicks, and then the lock must be turned. It is recommended to do this crosswise: for example, upper left – lower right – upper right – lower left.
AMD has a special frame for fixing the radiator. The end on which the groove is located should be placed on the hook located on the motherboard.
Then, maneuvering the lever, place the other end of the frame on the second hook and, lowering the lever, firmly fix the radiator. It is recommended to connect power only after the radiator and cooler are installed.
In case of an upgrade, all actions are performed in the reverse order: you should dismantle the cooling system and remove the old stone, and then install a new one and mount the cooler back. Before doing this, do not forget to apply new thermal paste to the radiator!
As you can see, friends, everything is very simple. The procedure itself will take you no more than 10 minutes. I also recommend reading the publications on how to install RAM in dual-channel mode. You can read about how to mount an M.2 solid-state drive.
The videos presented are not mine, since I don’t see the point in repeating the same thing 1000 times. But I confirm that everything was done correctly on them. Enjoy watching.
That's all for me. I would be grateful to everyone who shares this instruction on social networks. Bye! Till tomorrow!
Installation of the central processor and cooling system. Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU on the motherboard.
Please read the following guidelines carefully before installing the CPU:
Make sure the processor is compatible with the motherboard
(The list of CPUs compatible with the motherboard is available on the motherboard manufacturer's website.)
Inspect the processor from the side of the contact group and visually determine the location of the first contact. The CPU design is designed in such a way as to eliminate the possibility of incorrect installation of the device into the processor socket (CPU Socket). A special mark on the case, designed to orient the CPU before installing it in the processor socket, will help identify the first contact.
Apply a thin layer of thermal paste to the metal surface of the CPU case.
Do not turn on your PC until the CPU cooler is installed. Otherwise, there is a likely risk of processor failure due to overheating.
Set the CPU frequency according to the data specified in the specification. It is not recommended to set the system bus frequency outside the operating range provided by the specification. If it becomes necessary to set an increased frequency, please coordinate all interrelated parameters by checking the characteristics of key system components (processor, graphics card, RAM modules, hard drive, etc.).
CPU Installation
Inspect the system board and processor. Locate the special triangular mark on the processor socket and CPU housing.
Step-by-step instructions for installing the CPU on the motherboard.
To eliminate the risk of hardware damage, turn off your PC and disconnect the power cable from the power supply before installing the CPU.
Do not use excessive force when installing the CPU into the socket. Before installing the processor, ensure it is oriented properly.
1 - Using caution, move the bracket upwards, first releasing it from the latch.
2 - Align the triangular mark indicating Pin 1 on the CPU with the triangular mark on the socket and install the CPU into the socket. Make sure the processor is in full contact with the socket surface. Once the CPU is installed, gently press it in the center with one finger, and then lower the lever and lock it in the closed position.
Cooling System Installation
Step-by-step instructions for installing a CPU cooling system
1 - Apply a thin layer of thermal paste to the metal surface of the CPU housing installed in the motherboard processor socket.
2 - Install the cooling system on the processor.
3 - Secure the CPU cooler on both sides with the spring clip as shown in the image.
4 - To lock the spring clip, turn the cam clamp clockwise as shown in the image. If the cooling system is different from the original one, please refer to the Installation Guide included with the product.
5 - Connect the cooling fan power cable to the corresponding connector (CPU_FAN) on the system board.
When removing the processor, be extremely careful when separating the cooling system from the CPU. In some cases, this procedure is very difficult to complete, since the thermal paste in the contact area ensures a tight fit between the working areas of the processor and the radiator. Please be aware that careless handling and insufficient force may damage the CPU.
Nowadays, the progress of computer technology is happening so quickly that computers become obsolete much faster than their physical wear and tear. Therefore, over time, computer performance can no longer support modern software. And finally, the question arises: what to do next - buy a new computer, or, by replacing the main components of the old one, try to increase its performance to a more or less modern level.
Choosing a new processor
First, you should correctly identify the “weak link” of the system; perhaps replacing it will be the solution that, at minimal cost, will raise the speed of your computer to a completely acceptable level. In this case, it will be possible to avoid a thorough upgrade of the computer with the replacement of several components, or even the entire system unit as a whole.The possibility of upgrading (updating) a PC is usually considered as an option CPU replacement (CPU), because he is responsible for analyzing and processing data. Moreover, the speed of information processing and the performance of the entire system largely depend on this small but very important device. The CPU contains many millions of transistors and is mounted in the form of a small removable chip in the connector of the computer's motherboard. This connector on the motherboard for installing the CPU is called socket.
Before decide to replace the processor, you need to understand in detail its main characteristics, by which you can then determine - which processor to choose. A motherboard socket can only accommodate a specific type of processor. Therefore, when planning to upgrade your computer hardware by replacing the CPU, you need to keep this in mind first of all. The main modifications of processors that the motherboard supports are usually found in the instructions for it.
Currently, the global processor market is formed by two main companies - Intel And AMD. For example, let’s compare the CPU sockets of the most common brands of processors today.
These are the Intel processor sockets: LGA 775(for models: Celeron, Pentium, Core 2 Duo), and also LGA 1156, 1356(for Core i3, i5, i7 models).
AMD processor sockets: AM2, AM3, FM(for Athlon 64, Athlon x2, Phenom, Phenom II and Fx models).
Choosing replacement processor It is necessary to pay special attention to the characteristics that have a greater impact on CPU performance (number of cores, clock speed, cache sizes at all levels and FSB bus frequency). Let's consider these characteristics in more detail.
By number of cores Today there are processors with 2 and up to 8 cores. Of course, the more cores, the higher the CPU performance compared to a single-core CPU with all other parameters being the same.
From clock frequency depends on the speed at which the processor performs computational operations. It is measured in hertz (Hz). The higher the clock speed, the higher the power and performance of the CPU. On average, its values for desktop PC CPUs today range from 2 to 4 GHz. For laptops and netbooks, less powerful mobile CPUs with a clock frequency of 1.2 GHz are used.
System bus (FSB) serves as an interface connecting the processor and the north bridge. The speed of data exchange that is transferred to and from the processor depends on increasing the frequency of the system bus. The system bus serves as a channel connecting the processor with all other components of the computer: video processor, motherboard devices, RAM and others. The speed of information transfer on the system bus is determined by its frequency, measured in megahertz (MHz). Moreover, the higher this frequency, the faster the data arrives to the processor and returns from it. Therefore, it is preferable to purchase a CPU that supports the highest frequency. For example, 1333 MHz or more.
When choosing a new processor, you need to consider whether it fully supports type of installed RAM DDR2 or DDR3. It is important that the motherboard also supports the maximum clock frequency of the RAM; if DDR2 memory is installed - 1066 MHz, and the motherboard only supports a memory frequency of 800 MHz, then the RAM will be accessed at the frequency of the motherboard.
CPU cache, designed for temporary storage of basic program data. Because the larger it is, the less you have to wait until the data for analysis arrives from slower RAM, the more significantly performance increases. Thus, the cache expands the processor’s own “RAM,” which facilitates fast data processing by reducing the frequency of CPU access to the computer’s system memory. Cache volumes at all levels are measured in kilobytes and megabytes. Of course, the larger the volume, the more information it can accommodate. And of course, the faster it will be processed by the processor. That's why choosing a new processor, take an interest in the volume of its cache at all levels.
The prices of processor models from Intel and AMD differ significantly; it is well known that the cost of AMD processors, with almost the same performance as Intel, is much lower.
Let us add that in pursuit of the frequency and volume of the processor cache, we must not forget about the tasks that the updated computer will perform and about total cost of modernization. To work with office applications and the Internet, the power of the inexpensive Celeron D from Intel is quite sufficient. But if you plan to work with graphics and video, or modern dynamic computer games, it is better to choose a more powerful processor with a three-level cache, and AMD products look better at prices.
We have previously compared brands of modern processors with sockets on motherboards intended for their installation. Regarding the update of AMD processors, it should be noted that processors for socket AM3 may not work with socket AM2, but are quite compatible with AM2+.
In each individual case, before purchasing a new CPU, it is better to check on the manufacturer’s website Does your motherboard support your chosen processor?. It is not uncommon for a motherboard to work properly with a new processor. motherboard BIOS update (firmware).
When updating or replacing, it is important to select the CPU model, taking into account the overall configuration of the computer. For example, if you have a weak video card and a small amount of RAM, the performance increase will not be achieved, even if you install the most powerful processor for this configuration. After all, high data processing speed is ensured by all computer components without exception. Therefore, you should consider whether it makes sense buying an expensive processor, or is it more advisable to simply replace the old computer with a more modern and new one.
Preparing the system unit for replacing the processor
After all the nuances of selecting a processor for updating have been met, you can begin replacing it. First you should turn off the power to the system unit, remove both covers and do it, preferably using a fairly powerful vacuum cleaner.It is necessary to take care in advance of installing a processor cooling system, including a radiator and a fan. New modern processors are usually sold by computer stores in standard BOX configurations, which includes the processor itself and the factory cooling system (fan plus radiator). This system is the most optimal, since the manufacturers are designed for maximum cooling of the heated surface of the processor.
There are options for purchasing a processor without a cooling system in the so-called OEM configurations. The cost of purchasing an OEM processor is reduced by 300-400 rubles, but there is more hassle with replacement. For the latter option, it will be necessary to purchase a new set of cooling system and thermal paste, which may cost more than the standard boxed option.
In this case, the purchase of a new fan is necessary, even if the old fan has worked for no more than a year. Another plus is that, as standard, thermal paste from the manufacturer is usually applied to the surface of the heatsink adjacent to the processor, which is important for the further safe operation of the device.
After complete cleaning, we prepare the processor socket for disassembly, remove the power plug of the central fan, as well as the video card and cables (if they complicate the disassembly process). Next, without any effort, release the clamps of the cooling system radiator from the socket fastenings and remove the cooler completely.
We remove the processor from the socket by first moving away the clamping bars or lever.
We clean the socket from dust, also better by blowing or with a soft brush (flannel), then make installing a new processor. Remove the protective packaging from the new processor.
A prerequisite for installation is the alignment of the indicators B on the processor and labels C processor socket.
Failure to comply with this condition for AMD processors can result in damage to the legs and complete failure of the device. After installing the processor in the socket, be sure to close the socket locks.
After securely installing and securing the processor in the socket with clamping bars, you can begin installing the cooling system.
After installing a new processor and all previously removed components back into place, check that the connection is correct, close the system unit and turn it on. Check the BIOS settings, boot the system correctly and that's it... Use it!
Hello everyone Today I will tell you about how to install a processor in a motherboard so that you don’t have problems later. I will write what I know myself, and I have done this many times. So the most important thing in this, it seems to me, is to be careful. The processor is an expensive device, just like the motherboard itself, but the processor is often even more expensive.
The most important thing is to understand that you do not need to use any force when installing the processor into the motherboard! The slightest carelessness and the processor of Khan. Well, I’ve never had any tragedies, although I’ve been with computers for a long time, already from the 478th socket, which is shorter than 2003. And there were tons of processors, the only thing is that somehow I always only came across Intel processors, but if you install AMD, then almost everything is the same.
This is not a guide, but important points when installing the processor into the motherboard! I DO NOT advise you to put percentages at all according to some instructions in the form of an article on the Internet! If you really want to install the percentage, then you first need to watch videos on YouTube, and then install it! This is the best decision, believe me, it’s very easy to ruin the percent! Also the motherboard if the processor was installed incorrectly! In general, all this is very important!
So look. The first thing you need to understand is that the motherboard is full of all sorts of ports, slots, connectors and other things. And there is such a thing as a socket (socket), it is in the socket that you need to install the processor. This is what the socket looks like:
This is an Intel socket, AMD is about the same. But maybe there are some important differences, I don’t know, as I already wrote, it turned out that in my life I only had Intel. This is a socket, it has contacts that you DO NOT EVEN NEED TO TOUCH WITH YOUR HANDS, they are so delicate. Well, you can touch it, I just don’t recommend doing it! I've never touched
I hope that you understand that both the processor and the motherboard must be on the same socket! The motherboard must definitely support the percentage, otherwise you know, there are motherboards on the 775th socket that do not support quad-cores, although they are also on the 775th socket!
So, on this socket there is a metal clamping frame, it serves to firmly press the processor to the socket. Of course, it needs to be removed before installation; it is not completely removable, but folds back, so to speak. Here is this metal frame that opens to install the processor:
I will also say this: no foreign objects such as screwdrivers, pliers, etc., all this must be removed away from the board. These tools can easily damage the board or scratch it, and both the former and the latter are all dangerous. Scratches can expose the veins on the board, these are the contacts, so to speak. Well, when installing the board into the case, you need to be even more careful, I think you already understood this
On the socket itself there are special protrusions for the processor so that it can be installed ONLY correctly. Well, on the contrary, the processor has special notches.
Here is the processor itself and these notches on it:
Here are the protrusions in the socket:
I repeat once again that neither the socket contacts nor the processor contacts should be touched!
After you have installed the processor, it is pressed with a special loop and the REQUIRED tight contact is created. Exactly what you need, no additional physical strength needed! Here is the installed processor:
I’ll even tell you this, you can believe it or not, but it seems like Intel processors can be installed a LIMITED number of times in a socket. Honestly, I don’t know this, well, whether it’s true or not, but on the other hand, I’ll be honest, I’ve never installed the same processor more... well, probably more than five times on my board. Even the one I have now, I only took it out once in two years (I changed the thermal paste). That is, this LIMITATION still makes common sense. Because what needs to be done to take the processor out here and there once... well, for example, twenty times? This is no longer normal
After you have closed the processor, you can already apply thermal paste. I’ve already written about how to apply thermal paste, so if you’re interested, you can read it.
This means another important point. It is better to install the processor on a motherboard that is NOT yet in the case. To make it more convenient. The fact is that every bend in the motherboard is not good for it. If the motherboard is in a case, then bends are inevitable, because it stands on bolts, one might even say that it hangs on them! The motherboard can still withstand small bends, well, you put something there, take it out, you can’t see whether a bend is created or not. But in fact it is being created! But this is very dangerous, because such bends can lead to microcracks in the board (there are copper tracks inside the PCB) and as a result it will not work stably!
Well, what else can I say. I think you understand that when you set the percentage, it must be clean, no dust, that is, everything must be clean, your hands must be dry. The processor should be taken ONLY from the sides so that there are no fingerprints left anywhere. Well, prints, I mean that they are a little greasy, and fat is not needed at all on the process, even in a minimal amount.
In general, everything I wrote is my personal opinion, my recommendations. I just treat hardware this way, very carefully, cautiously and attentively. That is why it has been working for me for years without a single glitch. In general, nothing has ever broken for me in more than ten years. I honestly say that nothing, not even the hard drives broke, although I always bought them used, now by the way they are also used
I’ll tell you again that if you’re planning to install the processor in the motherboard yourself and then apply thermal paste, I highly recommend spending a couple of hours watching videos on YouTube. See for yourself how and what to install, how it all looks, how, for example, the metal pressure plate on the socket opens. Still, you will be using the computer for a long time, so I advise you to take installing the processor into the motherboard very seriously!
Well, that's all, good luck in life and good mood
27.08.2016Not many users have to deal with system assembly. It is not so difficult to assemble a computer yourself, but there are still many nuances in this matter that you will have to deal with. For example, not everyone knows how to install a processor on a motherboard.
Processor and motherboard operation
Before you figure out how to properly install the processor on the motherboard, it is worth understanding the task of these two components.
In order not to go into technical details, it is best to express it figuratively. For example, the motherboard is the nervous system of the PC. Thanks to the huge number of microcircuits, each component receives the required amount of electrical current. Thus, all elements will start working.
Processor Installation
How to install a processor on a motherboard with your own hands? It is enough to understand its configuration. The chip must be installed in a slot on the board called a socket. As technology advances inexorably, this type of connector is constantly changing.
Intel and AMD have a huge number of sockets that are suitable for certain generations of processors. Each chip has a certain number of legs with special placement. It is installed in the socket and should fit perfectly into the connector. Typically, the surface of the chip is covered with thermal paste, and a cooler with a radiator is installed on top.
The cooling system is also important in the system, and without it the computer will not work correctly. Installing it is part of the chip installation process. It is important to do everything necessary carefully and correctly.
First step
How to install a processor on a motherboard? This is not difficult to do, but you need to be careful. The most important thing is to choose the right chip format. The user will have to carefully understand all possible options and study the necessary information.
What you should pay attention to? Typically, when assembling a PC, a user selects a processor and a video card, and then selects a motherboard. When choosing a chip, you should pay attention not only to the number of cores and operating frequency, but also to the socket. The most popular from Intel is Socket 1151.
How to install a processor on a motherboard? After identifying the socket, you need to select the same one on the system platform. If the system is based on 1151, then you need to select the appropriate connector on the board.
Second step
If you install a chip in a new motherboard, you need to place the board on a special foam mat. It is usually available bundled with the platform. This way you can protect yourself from static electricity.
Now we need to look at the motherboard. The largest rectangular connector is the socket for installing the chip. There is a special clamp next to it that needs to be lifted. If we are talking about an Intel system, you also need to remove the metal processor cover that protects the chip legs. There is also an option with a plastic plug.
Once you have freed up space to install the processor, you can remove it from the box.
Third step
How to install a processor on a motherboard? If we are talking about AMD, then you need to know one thing: the chip comes straight with thermal paste. On the one hand, this is good, since you don’t have to apply it to the surface of the processor yourself; on the other hand, you need to be careful not to lubricate it when installing the component.
With Intel chips things are different. Most new models are not presented with thermal paste, but it is applied to the radiator or included in the kit.
To install the chip correctly, you need to consider the processor legs and socket. Depending on the location of the grooves, you will need to install a chip. It is also worth paying attention to the triangle in the corner. It serves as a guide for correct installation of the processor.
Without using any serious force, you need to position the chip in the socket so that each leg fits into the holes. Afterwards it will be necessary to check the correct installation, but under no circumstances should you use force. At the end of the process, it will be enough to lower the lock lever or close the metal cover.
Cooler installation
When the user figures out how to install an Intel processor on the motherboard, he will have to deal with the chip cooler. There will be nothing complicated if it is a proprietary cooling system (CO). But there is a difference in installing an Intel and AMD cooler.
The Intel CO has 4 legs that fit perfectly into the four holes on the system platform. When installing a fan, you need to arrange everything so that the power is easier to connect to the connector. It is important that the wire does not hang down or cling to other elements. You need to place the cooler so that the legs fit into the holes and fix them.
AMD has a different mount. And if the question is how to install the processor on the motherboard, then you will have to figure out how to install the cooler. In the center of the radiator there is a bar in which there is a hole. There is a special lever on top of the system that will help secure it to the board.
To install the cooler correctly, you need to carefully place it on the chip so that the lever remains on top. Afterwards you need to insert the lower and upper parts into the grooves, and then fix the structure.
Chip replacement
Some users have to change the processor to a more powerful one. But to do this you will have to remove the outdated chip from the motherboard. To do this, you need to disconnect the cooling system from the power supply, then remove it and get to the processor.
In principle, this process is no different from installing components. You need to do everything in reverse order. The main thing to remember is that you should not use force or sharply pull on the cooler or processor. Otherwise, components on the motherboard may be damaged.
Replacing thermal paste
In this case, you will have to change the thermal paste. For some, this procedure may be difficult. But the matter is actually simple, since it does not require additional resources or special knowledge.
In general, changing thermal paste is necessary in any situation, since it is recommended to do this a couple of times a year. Therefore, the following information will be useful for all PC users.
So, to replace you need a cotton pad and alcohol. This way you can remove the old layer of thermal paste. Now you can start applying the protective layer. To do this, squeeze a small amount of thermal paste into the middle of the metal processor cover. Usually an apple seed is enough to cover the entire surface.
To spread the thermal paste, you need to use a special spatula or an unnecessary credit card. Also, some users advise using a syringe to distribute the protective layer.
