Intel Comet Lake Core i5-10400 Desktop Processor User Manual

1. Hua Neke Atuview

The Intel Core i5-10400 is a 10th Generation Comet Lake desktop processor designed for mainstream computing. It features 6 Cores and 12 Threads, providing robust performance for multitasking, gaming, and productivity applications. This processor is built for the LGA 1200 socket and is compatible with Intel 400 series chipset motherboards.

Ko nga ahuatanga matua ko:

• 6 Core / 12 Miro: Ka āhei te whakahaere pai i ngā tono maha i te wā kotahi.
• Tere Karaka Turanga: 2.9 GHz, with Intel Turbo Boost 2.0 technology allowing frequencies up to 4.3 GHz.
• Momo turanga: LGA 1200, ensuring compatibility with modern motherboards.
• Mahara Keteroki: 12MB of Intel Smart Cache for faster data access.
• Tautoko Mahara: Supports up to 128GB of dual-channel 2666 MHz DDR4 RAM.
• Whakairoiro Whakauru: Features Intel UHD Graphics 630, suitable for basic display output and light multimedia tasks.
• Tautoko Mahara Intel Optane: Ka whakarei ake i te urupare a te pūnaha.

Whakaahua 1.1: Runga view o te tukatuka Intel Core i5-10400, e whakaatu ana i te horapa wera whakauru (IHS) me te tohu Intel.

2. Tatūnga me te Tāuta

Proper installation of your Intel Core i5-10400 processor is crucial for optimal performance and system stability. Always handle the processor by its edges to avoid touching the gold contacts or the integrated heat spreader (IHS).

2.1. I mua i to tiimata

• Ensure your motherboard has an LGA 1200 socket and supports 10th Generation Intel Core processors. Refer to your motherboard's manual for compatibility.
• Gather necessary tools: Phillips head screwdriver, thermal paste, and a compatible CPU cooler.
• Work in a clean, static-free environment. Use an anti-static wrist strap if available.

2.2. Nga Waahi Whakatukatuka Tukatuka

1. Whakapaia te Papa Matua:

   Locate the LGA 1200 CPU socket on your motherboard. Gently push down the small lever on the side of the socket and swing it open to release the load plate.

2. Kōkuhu te pūtukatuka:

   Carefully align the triangular arrow on the corner of the processor with the corresponding arrow on the CPU socket. Lower the processor straight down into the socket without forcing it. The processor should sit flush in the socket.

   

   Whakaahua 2.1: Raro view of the Intel Core i5-10400 processor, highlighting the LGA 1200 contact pads. Ensure these align correctly with the motherboard socket.
3. Tiakina te Tukatuka:

   Close the load plate over the processor and gently push the lever back into its locked position. This will secure the processor firmly in the socket.

4. Hoatu te Whakapiri Weariki:

   Apply a small amount of high-quality thermal paste (pea-sized dot or thin line) to the center of the processor's IHS. Do not spread it manually; the pressure from the cooler will distribute it evenly.

5. Tāutahia te whakamatao CPU:

   Mount your compatible CPU cooler according to its manufacturer's instructions. Ensure it makes firm, even contact with the processor's IHS. Connect the CPU cooler fan cable to the designated CPU_FAN header on your motherboard.

Whakaahua 2.2: He koki view of the Intel Core i5-10400 processor, illustrating both the top (IHS) and bottom (contact pads) surfaces. Proper handling is essential to prevent damage.

3. Nga Whakaaro Whakahaere

Once installed, the Intel Core i5-10400 processor operates automatically within your system. Its performance is managed by the motherboard's BIOS/UEFI and the operating system. Here are some general operating considerations:

• Tautuhinga BIOS/UEFI: Ensure your motherboard's BIOS/UEFI is updated to the latest version to ensure full compatibility and optimal performance with the i5-10400. Check for settings related to CPU fan control, memory frequency, and power management.
• Tāuta Atekōkiri: Install the latest chipset drivers for your motherboard from the manufacturer's website. If using the integrated Intel UHD Graphics 630, install the latest graphics drivers from Intel's official webpae.
• Whakahaere Weariki: Monitor CPU temperatures using system monitoring software. Ensure your CPU cooler is functioning correctly and maintaining temperatures within safe operating limits, especially under heavy load.
• Tuku Hiko: Ensure your system's power supply unit (PSU) provides sufficient and stable power to all components, including the CPU.

4. Tiaki

While the processor itself requires minimal maintenance, ensuring the surrounding components are well-maintained contributes to the longevity and stable operation of your CPU.

• Tango Puehu: Me horoi tonu te puehu mai i to whakamatao CPU me nga kaiwhaiwhai pouaka ma te whakamahi i te hau kapi. Ka taea e te hanga puehu te aukati i te rere o te hau me te piki ake o te pāmahana.
• Taupānga Whakapiri Weariki: If you remove your CPU cooler for any reason, or if you notice consistently high temperatures after several years of use, it is recommended to clean off old thermal paste and apply new thermal paste.
• Whakahōu Pūnaha: Keep your operating system and drivers updated to benefit from performance optimizations and security patches.

5. Te Raru

Mena ka raru koe ki to punaha i muri i te whakaurunga i te tukatuka Intel Core i5-10400, whakaarohia nga mahi rapurongoā e whai ake nei:

• Karekau he Whakaatu/Punaha Kaore i te Whakarewa:
  • Verify the processor is correctly seated in the LGA 1200 socket and the load plate is secured.
  • Ensure the CPU power cable from the PSU is securely connected to the motherboard.
  • Tirohia mēnā kei te tika te nohoanga o ngā kōwae RAM i roto i ō rātou mokowā.
  • Confirm your CPU cooler fan is connected to the CPU_FAN header and spinning.
  • Tautuhi Anō i te CMOS (Mārama Whakakotahi Metal-Oxide-Semicconductor) i runga i to papahoahoa.
• Nga take whakamahana:
  • Ensure the CPU cooler is properly installed and making good contact with the processor's IHS.
  • Verify that thermal paste was applied correctly and is evenly spread.
  • Check for proper airflow within your PC case; ensure case fans are oriented correctly and not obstructed by dust.
  • Consider upgrading to a more robust CPU cooler if temperatures remain high under load.
• Pūnaha Haukore/Tukinga:
  • Me whakarite kia whakahoutia te BIOS/UEFI o tō papahoahoa ki te putanga hou rawa atu.
  • Whakahaerehia nga taputapu tātari mahara ki te tirotiro mo nga take RAM.
  • Verify that your power supply unit (PSU) meets the power requirements of your system components.

6. Whakatakotoranga

Detailed technical specifications for the Intel Core i5-10400 processor:

Figure 6.1: The official Intel Core i5 10th Generation logo, indicating the processor's series and generation.

7. Pūtāhui me te Tautoko

For warranty information and technical support regarding your Intel Core i5-10400 processor, please refer to Intel's official webpaetukutuku, whakapā atu ranei ki ta raatau tautoko kaihoko. Puritia to tohu hoko mo nga kereme whakamana.

• Tautoko Intel Webpae: https://www.intel.com/content/www/us/en/support/products/processors.html
• Rehitatanga Hua: Registering your product may provide additional support benefits.