User`s manual

Chapter 2: Installation

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4. With the CPU inserted into the

socket, inspect the four corners of the

CPU to make sure that it is properly

installed and ﬂ ush with the socket.

Installing the Heatsink

We recommend the use of active type heatsinks (except for 1U systems). Use any

FAN1-5 header for the CPU's heatsink fan. To install the heatsink, please follow the

installation instructions included with your heatsink package (not included).

5. Gently press the CPU socket lever

down until it locks in the plastic tab.

For a dual-processor system, repeat

these steps to install another CPU

into the CPU#2 socket. Note: if using

a single processor, only CPU 1 DIMM

slots are addressable and the IO4 chip

will not function properly.

Installing the Heatsink Retention Modules

A heatsink retention module (BKT-0018L) and two screws have been included in

the retail box. Once installed, it is used to help attach the heatsink to the CPU.

To install, position the module so that the CPU backplate standoffs insert through

the holes on the heatsink retention module and the four feet on the module contact

the motherboard. Secure the retention module to the backplate with two of the

screws provided. See Figure 2-1. Note: BKT-0018L is included for use with non-

proprietary heatsinks only. When installing Super Micro heatsinks, only BKT-0017L

(CPU backplate) is needed. BKT-0018L was designed to provide compatibility with

clip-and-cam type heatsinks from third parties.

Figure 2-1. CPU Backplate/Heatsink Retention Module Installation