Installing The Cpu Heatsink In A Rack - Asus P9D-M Series User Manual

2.3.4

Installing the CPU heatsink in a rack

The Intel 1150 processor requires a specially designed heatsink to ensure
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optimum thermal condition and performance.
• Ensure that you use qualified heatsink assembly only.
• Ensure that you have applied the thermal interface material to the top of the CPU
before installing the heatsink and fan.
1. Peel off the sticker on the heatsink
metal plate and affix the plate to the
back of the motherboard, matching
the standoffs to the heatsink screw
holes.
2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten
the four heatsink screws using the
recommended sequence below.
A
D
• Ensure that the heatsink is not skewed or tilted, otherwise the CPU will
overheat.
• Do not overtighten the screws. Doing so can damage the CPU.
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B
A
D
B
C
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