12.Apply some Thermal Interface Material to the exposed area of the CPU that the

heatsink will be in contact with.

• Ensure that the Thermal Interface Material is spread in an even thin layer.

•Some heatsinks come with

pre-applied Thermal Interface Material. If so, skip this step.

The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help.

13.Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN1 / CPU_FAN2.

DO NOT forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if you fail to plug this connector.

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