Cpu Installation - MSI MS-9297 User Manual

CPU Installation

When you are nstallng the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top
to prevent overheatng. Meanwhle, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU
before nstallng the heat snk/cooler fan for better heat dsperson.
Follow the steps below to nstall the CPU correctly. Wrong nstallaton wll cause the
damage of your CPU & manboard.
1. Open the load lever.
3. The CPU socket has a plastic cap
on it to protect the contact from
damage. Before you install CPU,
always cover it to protect the
socket pin. Remove the cap from
the lever hinge side.
2. Lift the load lever up and open the
load plate.
4. After confirming the CPU direction
for correct mating, put down the
CPU in the socket housing frame.
Be sure to grasp on the edge of the
CPU base. Note that the alignment
keys are matched.
Algnment Key
MS-9297 MS-9297
3-5