Missing pins on CPU

My new CPU -Intel core2 duo E8400- is missing one pin. One of my friends did it while he was helping me set up my pc. I am afraid to connect the CPU to the motherboard. Is there a chance it will work?

I've heard about a datasheet where you can see if the pins have any use because some of them have not(?). Its in the far left corner... Any help is really appreciated.

I would rma it and beat my friend anyway for being a noobTrooperManaic

Yup, pretty much

English is not my native language so i dont know the exact word. I mean those "golden" spots under the CPU.panospcm

Would it be possible to post a picture of what you mean. I don't think those things just come off, but I could be wrong.

Is it possible it was designed like that, and you just did not notice at first. I have never seen a E8400 so I don't know what they are supposed to look like on the bottom.

http://img220.imageshack.us/my.php?image=cpu5brk0.jpg

i have highlighted the metal thingie on the CPU surface.Hope it helps