Specifications
Hardware Setup
MS-7681
Chapter 2
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Hardware Setup
MS-7681
Chapter 2
CPU & Cooler 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 & cooler correctly. Wrong installation will
cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.
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. Romove the cap.
Open the load level.
Lift the load lever up to fully open position.
After conrming 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.
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Visually inspect if the CPU is seated well into the socket. If not, take out the CPU
with pure vertical motion and reinstall.
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Alignment Key
Alignment Key