Figure 118. Securing the retention frame
Next steps
1.
Install the heat
sink.
2. Follow the procedure listed in
Installing the heat sink
Prerequisites
Never uninstall the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor or system board. The heat sink is
necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the
2. Follow the procedure listed in the
3. If installed,
remove the air
4. If installed, remove the processor dust cover.
NOTE:
The procedure to install standard and L-type heat sink is similar.
Steps
1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease on the heat sink by using a clean lint-free cloth.
NOTE:
For a new heat sink, the thermal paste is pre-applied to the heat sink. Remove the protective cover, and install
the heat sink.
2. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on the top of the
processor.
154
Installing and removing system components
After working inside your
Safety
instructions.
Before working inside your
shroud.
system.
system.