5.

Position the CPU over the socket,

CPU notch

 

ensuring that the gold triangle is on

 

 

 

the bottom‑left corner of the socket

 

 

then fit the socket alignment key

 

 

into the CPU notch.

 

The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging the CPU!

Alignment key

Gold triangle mark

6.Apply several drops of thermal paste

to the exposed area of the CPU that the heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring that it is spread in an even thin layer.

Some heatsinks come with pre-applied thermal paste. If so, skip this step.

The Thermal Interface Material is toxic and inedible. If it gets into your eyes or touches your skin, ensure to wash it off immediately, and seek professional medical help.

To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly.

1-12

Chapter 1: Product introduction