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4. Apply the proper amount of
thermal glue to the CPU die and
place the heatsink/fan assembly on
top of the CPU with the fan toward
the rear of the chassis (note arrow
on top of heatsink).
5. Secure the heatsink/fan assembly
by locking the retention clips into their
proper position.
6. Connect the three wires of the
CPU fan to the respective CPU
fan connector. Make sure you
route the wires so they do not
impede airflow through the
chassis.
If installing two processors,
repeat these steps to install the
second processor in the CPU #2
slot.
Figure 5-1.
CPU Socket: Empty and with Processor Installed
Warning!
installing the CPU. If the lever is only partly raised, damage
!
to the socket or CPU may result.
Chapter 5: Advanced Motherboard Setup
Heatsink
CPU
Retention clip
CPU fan
wires
CPU fan
connector
Make sure you lift the lever completely when
5-3
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