Micro Star Computer G31M CPU & Cooler Installation, MS-7379 Mainboard, The pins of socket reveal

MS-7379 Mainboard

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.The CPU socket has a plastic cap on it to protect the contact from damage. Before you install the CPU, always cover it to protect the socket pin.

2.Remove the cap from lever hinge side (as the arrow shows).

3. The pins of socket reveal.

4. Open the load lever.

Important

1.Confirm if your CPU cooler is firmly installed before turning on your system.

2.Do not touch the CPU socket pins to avoid damaging.

3.The availability of the CPU land side cover depends on your CPU packing.

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