Heatsink Retention Frame Installation - TYAN THUNDER K8HM Manual

2.5 - Heatsink Retention Frame Installation

After you are done installing the processor(s), you should proceed with installing
the retention frame and heatsink. The CPU heatsink will ensure that the
processors do not overheat and continue to operate at maximum performance
for as long as you own them. Overheated processors are dangerous to the
motherboard.
The backplate assembly prevents excessive motherboard flexing in the area
near the processor and provides a base for the installation of the heatsink
retention bracket and heatsink.
Because there are many different types of heatsinks available from many
different manufacturers, a lot of them have their own method of installation. For
the safest method of installation and information on choosing the appropriate
heatsink, use heatsinks validated by AMD. Please refer to AMD' s website at
www.amd.com.
The following diagram will illustrate how to install the most common CPU back
plates:
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1. Mounting screws
2. Heatsink retention frame
3. CPU socket
4. Motherboard PCB
5. Adhesive insulator
material
6. Backplate assembly
NOTE: Please see next
section for specific
instructions on how to install
mounting bracket.