What kind of CPU socket is commonly paired with a PGA processor package?
A) LGA
B) SFP
C) ZIF
D) SECC
E) DIP
F) I can never find the right size socket when I need it
The answer: C) ZIF
The Zero Insertion Force socket is commonly paired with a processor that uses the PGA package. The PGA processor has pins that a gently placed on a ZIF (the zero insertion force). A bar is used to lock the processor in place without using any undue pressure on the motherboard.
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