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1.
Install the
heatsink.
2.
Install the air
shroud.
3. Follow the procedure listed in
Installing the processor and heat sink module
Prerequisites
Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to replace the processor or heat sink. The heat sink is necessary
to maintain proper thermal conditions.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in the
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3.
Remove air
shroud.
Steps
1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint-free cloth.
2. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a quadrilateral design on the top of
the processor.
CAUTION:
Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and
contaminating the processor socket.
NOTE:
The thermal grease syringe is intended for single use only. Dispose the syringe after you use it.
Figure 48. Applying thermal grease
3. Align the cut-off on the heat sink to the triangle system board, and then place the heat sink module on the processor socket.
CAUTION:
To avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins.
NOTE:
Ensure that the heatsink is held parallel to the system board to prevent damaging the components.
4. Using a screwdriver, tighten the screws in the following order to secure the heat sink to the system board.
a. Tighten the first screw three turns.
b. Tighten the rest of the screws in the order numbered.
5. Return to the first screw to tighten it.
NOTE:
The numbers on the image do not depict the exact steps. The numbers are for representation of sequence.
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Installing and removing system components
After working inside your
Safety
instructions.
Before working inside your
system.
system.
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