Heatsink Installation

Chapter 2: Installation

2.Insert the CPU in the socket,

making sure that pin 1 of the CPU aligns with pin 1 of the socket

(both corners are marked with a triangle). When using only one CPU, install it into CPU socket #1 (Socket #2 is automatically disabled if only one CPU is used).

3.Press the lever down until you hear the *click* so you can be sure that the CPU is securely installed in the CPU socket.

(*Note: Heatsinks are very heavy, please

handle with care.)

1.Do not apply any thermal grease to

the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount of thermal grease has already been applied.

2.Place the heatsink on top of the

CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the retention mechanism.

3.Screw in two diagonal screws (ie the #1 and the #2 screws) until just snug (-do not fully tighten the screws to avoid possible damage to the CPU.)

4.Finish the installation by fully tightening all four screws.

To Un-install the Heatsink

(Caution! We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need to un-install the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to uninstall the heatsink to prevent damage done to the CPU or the CPU socket.)

Pin1

Socket lever

CEK Heatsink

Screw#1 Screw#2 Screw#1

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