Installation Manual

2. If installing a new HSF with pre-applied thermal material, remove the protective
plastic film that is placed on top of the thermal material, which is located on the
bottom surface of the HSF, if applicable
3. Place the heatsink on the processor with it centered in the retention frame of the
motherboard and align the clips of the HSF with the retention frame anchors
4. Ensure that the clips of the HSF rest over the retention frame anchors on the
motherboard
5. Check that the HSF is leveled and secured to the processor
6. Turn the cam lever of the HSF until both sides of the clip are secured to the
retention frame anchors. Some force may need to be applied
7. Connect the (Molex) power cable of the HSF to the designated power (connector
or header) connection on the motherboard
1. Refer to the manual of the motherboard to determine the location of the
power outlet (connector or header) connection of the HSF