Question

A technician is installing a new AMD Ryzen processor into a desktop motherboard. The CPU has an array of metal pins protruding from its underside, and there is a small gold triangle printed on one corner of the chip. What is the correct action to ensure proper installation?

Accepted Answer

Align the gold triangle on the CPU with the matching marker on the socket, then gently lower the chip so the pins seat without force before closing the retention arm

Answer

Apply firm downward pressure while sliding the CPU into place to seat the pins into the socket contacts

Answer

Insert the CPU in any orientation since the retention arm will automatically align the pins as it closes

Answer

Bend the corner pins slightly to match the socket keying before dropping the chip into place