▍Hardware Setup
CPU & Cooler Installation
When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard
1.Pull the lever sideways away from the socket. Make sure to raise the lever up to a
2.Look for the gold arrow of the CPU. The gold arrow should point as shown in the picture. The CPU can only fit in the correct orientation.
3.If the CPU is correctly installed, the pins should be completely embedded into the socket and can not be seen. Please note that any violation of the correct installation procedures may cause permanent damages to your mainboard.
4.Press the CPU down firmly into the socket and close the lever. As the CPU is likely to move while the lever is being closed, always close the le- ver with your fingers pressing tightly on top of the CPU to make sure the CPU is properly and completely em- bedded into the socket.