Installing The Heat Sink; Figure 10. Installing The Processor - Intel X38ML User Manual

Note: Make sure the alignment triangle mark and the alignment triangle cutout align correctly.
3. Lower the CPU load plate.
4. Lower the socket lever.
5. Install the heat sink. For instructions, see the following steps.

Installing the Heat Sink

Install the processor before installing the heat sink. For instructions, see
Processor" on page
Caution: The heat sink has Thermal Interface Material (TIM) located on the bottom of it. Use
caution when you unpack the heat sink so you do not damage the TIM.
1. Remove the protective cover from the TIM on the underside of the heat sink and
orient the heat sink over the processor as shown by letter "A" in
Caution: Do not touch the TIM.
2. The fins must be positioned as shown by letter "B" to provide correct airflow
through the system.
3. Set the heat sink over the processor, lining up the four captive screws with the four
posts surrounding the processor. See letter "C" in the figure.
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Figure 10. Installing the Processor

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