Cpu Installation - MSI MS-9298 User Manual

CPU Installation

When you are installing the CPU, make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on the top
to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal paste on CPU
before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU correctly. Wrong installation will cause the
damage of your CPU & mainboard.
1. Open the load lever.
3. The CPU socket has a plastic cap
on it to protect the contact from
damage. Before you install CPU,
always cover it to protect the
socket pin. Remove the cap from
the lever hinge side.
2. Lift the load lever up and open the
load plate.
4. After confirming the CPU direction
for correct mating, put down the
CPU in the socket housing frame.
Be sure to grasp on the edge of the
CPU base. Note that the alignment
keys are matched.
Alignment Key
MS-9298 MS-9298
3-5