AMD Athlon Installation Manual page 10

Socket A AMD Processor Installation Guide
10. Figure 10 shows the WRONG way to install the heatsink. Do not tilt and push the
heatsink onto the processor because doing so increases the chances of cracking
the processor die. Instead, install the heatsink carefully with the bottom of the
heatsink nearly parallel to the top surface of the processor. When properly
installed, the heatsink will rest on the four rubber pads. The heatsink will come in
contact with the processor die only when the retaining clip is fully installed.
Caution: Never push down on the heatsink. This can cause irreparable damage to the
processor die. All force should be applied only to the clip .
THIS IS WRONG!
Figure 10. The WRONG WAY to Install a Socket A AMD Processor Heatsink
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