Asus PRIME TRX40-PRO Manual page 43

Drive the three screws slightly into the holes
in sequence 1>2>3, just enough to attach
the load plate to the socket. When the
A
three screws are attached, tighten them in
sequence 1>2>3 to completely secure the
B
load plate. Then apply the Thermal Interface
Material to the CPU.
B
The load plate screws are Torx T20 models. A torque value of 12 inch-lbf is recommended.
Apply the Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink and CPU before you install the
heatsink and fan if necessary.
PRIME TRX40-PRO
C
B
C
2
3
A
D
1
2-3