Owners Manual

128 Installing System Components
8 Verify that the processor is properly aligned and seated.
9 Close the processor shield. See Figure 3-24.
10 R otate the socket-release lever down until it snaps into place. See
Figure 3-24.
Figure 3-24. Installing a Processor
11 Install the heat sink.
NOTE: Your kit may contain a replacement heat sink if you are installing a
processor that consumes additional power. The new heat sink may not appear
different than the original one; however, it has improved thermal dissipation
specifications and must be used.
CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming
in contact with and contaminating the processor socket.
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Using a clean lint-free cloth, remove the thermal grease from the heat
sink.
1 socket-release lever 2 processor
3 processor shield
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