Cpu & Heatsink Installation - MSI MS-S1311 User Manual

Hardware Setup
CPU & Heatsink Installation
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heatsink is
necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the steps below
to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation can damage both
the CPU and the motherboard.
1. Open hinge lever. You can identify the hinge lever as below shown, it with a
interlocking feature on the other end.
2. Open active lever.
Hinge lever
3. Open the load plate by pushing down on the hinge lever.
4. Grasp the tab, only it has risen away from the socket, open load plate to full open
position.
2-4
Interlock
Active lever