SUPER MICRO Computer X8ST3-F, X8STE user manual Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink #SNK-P0037

X8ST3-F/X8STE User's Manual

Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink (#SNK-P0037)

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Note: A heatsink bracket (BKT- 0023L) is required for a screw-type heatsink (-which is a non-pushpin heatsink as shown on the right.) The required heatsink bracket (BKT-0023L) can be purchased

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from Supermicro.

Note: Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die because the required amount has already been applied.

1.If you use a screw-type heatsink, please install a heatsink bracket (BKT-0023L) on the reverse side of the motherboard before installing the heatsink. (To install the heatsink bracket, please insert four screws to the mounting holes to secure the bracket on the motherboard.) If you do not use a screw-type heatsink, please skip this step.

2.Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with those on the bracket now located underneath.

3.Install two diagonal screws (i.e., the #1 and the #2 screws) until se- cure. However, leave each loosely tightened until all four screws are in place.

Heatsink Bracket (BKT-0023L, for screw-type heatsink only.)

Install the Heatsink Bracket on the reverse side of the board.

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