ZALMAN CNPS9500 AT User Manual page 5

Install Clip Support
Align the Clip Support for Socket 775 ( ) and the Backplate for Socket 775( ) with the mounting
holes of the motherboard and fasten them together by using the Clip Support Fixing Bolts ( ).
The Lever Slot on the Clip Support ( ) should be properly oriented on the hinged side of the Socket
Lever when installing.
The Backplate Support on the Backplate for Socket 775 (
unnecessary.
Clip Support Fixing Bolt,
Clip Support for Socket 775,
Motherboard
Backplate for Socket 775,
Backplate Support
Apply Thermal Grease
Clean off particles and residue from the top of
the CPU. Then spread the included thermal
grease ( ) on top of the CPU.
Install Cooler
Insert two bolts ( ) into the holes on the clip ( ) and place CNPS9500 AT on the center of the CPU.
CNPS9500 AT must be aligned with the backside system fan in the same flow direction.
Slightly fasten the bolts (
bolts in an alternating manner until the clip (
Bolt,
Clip,
Note
Do not exert excessive force on the fan with the driver while installing.
Exerting excessive force on the fan can cause damage to the product.
) on the holes of the clip supports for Socket 775 (
) is completely pressed against the clip supports.
) can be removed if deemed
CPU CPU
Socket Lever Hinge
CPU
Socket Lever
Socket Slot
Thermal Grease
CPU (IHS)
CPU
), then fasten the
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