Installing A Passive Cpu Heatsink - Supermicro SuperServer SYS-511R-ML User Manual

Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation

Installing a Passive CPU Heatsink

1. Apply thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU.
2. Align the four holes of the heatsink with the four mounting holes on the motherboard.
3. Use a torque driver to gradually tighten screws #1, #2, #3, and #4 in that order to
ensure even pressure. Do not use a force greater than 12 lbf-in
4. Examine all corners to ensure the heatsink is firmly attached to the motherboard.
Screw#4
Recommended Supermicro
heatsink:
SNK-P0086P
Screw#2
Screw#1
Screw#3
Motherboard
Mounting Holes
Heatsink Bracket
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