1.
Ensure that you follow the
Safety instructions
.
2.
Keep the Phillips #2 screwdriver ready.
3.
Follow the procedure listed in
Before working inside your system
.
4.
Install the processor.
Steps
1.
If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean
lint free cloth.
2.
Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on
the top of the processor as shown in the following figure.
CAUTION: Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact
with and contaminating the processor socket.
NOTE: The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe
after you use it.
Figure 30. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor
1.
processor
2. thermal grease
3. thermal grease syringe
3.
Place the heat sink onto the processor.
4.
Tighten one of the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
5.
Tighten the screw diagonally opposite to the first screw you tightened.
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