You Have Just Upgraded The Cpu On Your Computer

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You Have Just Upgraded The Cpu On Your Computer

. You consulted the motherboard documentation to make sure the CPU is compatible with the motherboard. You turned the system on and it locks up shortly after startup. Which steps should you take first?
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Make sure the CPU is seated and oriented properly, and locked into the socket. Look for something that could be causing the new CPU to overheat. Explanation The most common issues that occur when a new CPU has been installed are 1. The system locks up because it gets too hot. You should check for the following: The heatsink and fan are not placed correctly or are in poor condition. Thermal paste or the thermal pad have not been used between the processor and the heatsink. The heatsink is not firmly attached to the processor. 2. The system locks because the CPU is not properly seated or is oriented incorrectly.
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