Asus P4P8X: 1.7 Motherboard installation

1.7 Motherboard installation

Before you install the motherboard, study the configuration of your chassis to

ensure that the motherboard fits into it. The motherboard uses the micro-ATX form

factor that measures 12 inches x 9 inches (30.5 cm x 24.5 cm).

Make sure to unplug the power cord before installing or removing the

motherboard. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and damage

motherboard components.

1.7.1 Placement direction

When installing the motherboard, make sure that you place it into the chassis in

the correct orientation. The edge with external ports goes to the rear part of the

chassis as indicated in the image below.

1.7.2 Screw holes

Place nine (9) screws into the holes indicated by circles to secure the motherboard

to the chassis.

Do not overtighten the screws! Doing so may damage the motherboard.

Place this side towards

the rear of the chassis

ASUS P4P8X motherboard user guide

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