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Installing the CPU heatsink in rack, to the heatsink screw holes.

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2.3.4 Installing the CPU heatsink in rack The Intel® LGA1150 processor requires a specially designed heatsink to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance. • Ensure that you use qualified heatsink assembly only. • Ensure that you have applied the thermal interface material to the top of the CPU before installing the heatsink and fan. 1. Peel off the sticker on the heatsink metal plate and affix the plate to the back of the motherboard, matching the standoffs to the heatsink screw holes. 2. Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten the four heatsink screws using the recommended sequence below. A C D B A C D B 1. Ensure that the heatsink is not skewed or tilted, otherwise the CPU will overheat. 2. Do not overtighten the screws. Doing so can damage the CPU. ASUS P9D-X 2-13

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ASUS P9D-X
2-13
2.3.4
Installing the CPU heatsink in rack
The Intel
®
LGA1150 processor requires a specially designed heatsink to ensure optimum
thermal condition and performance.
1.
Peel off the sticker on the heatsink metal
plate and affix the plate to the back of
the motherboard, matching the standoffs
to the heatsink screw holes.
2.
Use a Phillips screwdriver to tighten
the four heatsink screws using the
recommended sequence below.
1.
Ensure that the heatsink is not skewed or tilted, otherwise the CPU will
overheat.
2.
Do not overtighten the screws. Doing so can damage the CPU.
A
C
B
D
A
C
D
B
•
Ensure that you use qualified heatsink assembly only.
•
Ensure that you have applied the thermal interface material to the top of the CPU
before installing the heatsink and fan.