MS-7758

CPU & Cooler Installation

When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU cooler. A CPU cooler is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below to ensure correct CPU and CPU cooler installation. Wrong installation can damage both the CPU and the mainboard.

1. Unhook and lift the loading lever to

2. The

loading

plate

should

the fully open position.

automatically lift up as the loading

 

lever is pushed to the fully open

 

position. Do not touch any of the

 

CPU socket pins.

 

 

Chapter 1

3.Line up the CPU to fit the CPU socket. Be sure to hold the CPU by the base with the metal contacts facing downward. The alignment keys on the CPU will line up with the edges of the CPU socket to ensure a correct fit.

4.Close the loading plate and remove the plastic protective cap.

Alignment Key

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MSI Z77A-G43 manual CPU & Cooler Installation