MSI X79A-GD65 8D Instruction Manual page 19

CPU & Cooler Installaton
When nstallng a CPU, always remember to nstall a CPU cooler. A CPU cooler s
necessary to prevent overheatng and mantan system stablty. Follow the steps below
to ensure correct CPU and CPU cooler nstallaton. Wrong nstallaton can damage both
the CPU and the manboard.
1. Open hnge lever. You can dentfy the hnge lever as below shown, t wth a nter-
lockng feature on the other end.
2. Open actve lever.
Hnge lever
3. Open the load plate by pushng down on the hnge lever
4. Grasp the tab, only t has rsen away from the socket, open load plate to full open
poston.
Interlock
Actve lever
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