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Installing a heatsink
Caution! The heat sink has a thermal interface material (TIM) on
the underside. Use caution so that you do not damage the TIM. If
a protective film is installed on the TIM, remove it.
1
Observe the ESD precautions described on page 22.
2
Perform the pre-installation instructions described on page 22.
3
Remove power from the system and unplug the AC power cord
from the power supply.
4
Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink fan assembly or
the processor die; the required amount has already been applied.
5
Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting
holes are aligned with those on the (preinstalled) heatsink
retention mechanism.
6
Tighten the four screws on the heatsink to complete the
installation.
7
Observe the post-installation instructions described on page 23.
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