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2.4 Installation of CPU Fan and Heatsink
This motherboard is equipped with
For proper installation, please kindly refer to the instruction manuals of your CPU fan and heatsink.
Below is an example to illustrate the installation of the heatsink for
IHS on the socket surface.
Apply Thermal
Interface Material
Step 2. Place the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure fan cables are oriented on side closest to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard (CPU_ FAN1, see page 12, No. 9 or CPU_FAN2, see page 12, No. 12).
Step 3. Align screws with the motherboard’s holes.
Step 4. Use a screw driver to install the screws.
Screws
(4 corners)
If you don’t fasten the screws, the heatsink cannot be secured on the motherboard.
Step 5. Connect fan header with the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Step 6. Secure excess cable with
with fan operation or contact other components.
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