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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
ter of the IHS on the socket’s surface.
Apply Thermal
Interface Material
Step 2. | Place the heatsink onto the socket. Ensure |
| that the fan cables are oriented on side closest |
| to the CPU fan connector on the motherboard |
| (CPU_FAN1, see page 13, No. 10). |
Step 3. | Align fasteners with the motherboard through- |
| holes. |
Step 4. | Rotate the fastener clockwise, then press |
| down on fastener caps with thumb to install |
| and lock. Repeat with remaining fasteners. |
Fan cables on side closest to MB header
Fastener slots pointing straight out
Press Down
(4 Places)
If you press down the fasteners without rotating them clockwise, the heatsink cannot be secured on the motherboard.
Step 5. Connect fan header with the CPU fan connector on the motherboard. Step 6. Secure redundant cable with
interfere with fan operation or contact other components.
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