User's and BIOS Manual (1.0)

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AS1010P-8(R)/1010P-T(R) User's Manual

Installing the Heatsinks

To install the heatsink (SNK-P0012, optional), do not apply any thermal compound

to the heatsink or CPU die - the proper amount has already been applied. Place the

heatsink directly on the CPU so that the two mounting holes are aligned with those

on the CPU backplate. Make sure the heatsink sits completely ﬂ at on the CPU - if

not completely ﬂ at, the space between the two will degrade the heat dissipation

function of the heatsink, which may cause the processor to overheat. Screw in the

two screws until just snug (do not fully tighten), then ﬁ nish by fully tightening both

screws (see Figure 5-1).

Figure 5-1. Installing Heatsinks