Fastener Cap not
resting against spring
Press Down
(4 Places)
Apply Thermal
Interface Material
Fastener flush
against MB
Both fastener
halves are flush
against spring
Fastener flush
against spring
NOTE: Thermal Solutions that come with IntelR boxed
processor use pre-applied thermal interface material
and not grease.
3.
Remove Heat Sink (HS) from packaging media
4.
Place HS onto the LGA775 Socket
•
Ensure fan cables are oriented on side closest to
fan header
•
Align Fasteners with MB through-holes
5.
Inspection
•
Ensure cables are not trapped or interfere
fastener operation
•
Ensure fastener slots are pointing straight out
from heatsink
6.
Actuate fasteners
•
While holding HS to prevent tilting, press down on
fastener caps with thumb to install and lock
Repeat with remaining fasteners
7.
Inspection
•
Verify the fasteners are properly seated
•
Ensure both fastener cap and base are flush with
spring and motherboard
8.
Connect fan header with Board header
9.
Secure excess cable with tie-wrap to ensure
cable does not interfere with fan operation or
contact other components.
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