User Guide

Hardware Installation
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2.6 Voltage Regulator Module
You must install the CPU first before installing
the VRM. See the section 2.4 on how to install
a CPU.
The system board comes with a separate voltage regulator module that
enables the system to support the processor operating voltage ranging from
2.1V to 3.5V. The following sections tell how to install and remove VRM.
2.6.1 Installing VRM
Observe the ESD precautions when installing
components.
Follow these steps to install a VRM:
1. Locate the VRM connector on the
system board. See the board layout
figure in Chapter 1.
2. Push the holding clips of the
connector outward.