SUPER MICRO Computer X7DBE, X7DB8 Installation of the Heatsink, To Un-install the Heatsink

X7DB8/X7DBE User's Manual

Installation of the Heatsink

CEK Heatsink Installation

1.Do not apply any thermal grease to

the heatsink or the CPU die-the required amount has already been applied.

2.Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the retention mechanism.

3.Screw in two diagonal screws (ie the #1 and the #2 screws) until just snug (-do not fully tighten the screws to avoid pos- sible damage to the CPU.)

4.Finish the installation by fully tightening all four screws.

CEK Passive Heatsink

Screw#1 Screw#2

Screw#1

Screw#2

To Un-install the Heatsink

(Warning: We do not recommend

!that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if you do need

to uninstall the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to uninstall the heatsink to prevent damage done to the CPU or the CPU socket.)

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