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Installing the CPU Fan
As processor technology pushes to faster speeds and higher
performance, thermal management becomes increasingly important. To
dissipate heat, you need to attach the CPU cooling fan and heatsink on top
of the CPU. Follow the instructions below to install the Heatsink/Fan:
2. Position the heatsink onto the
retention mechanism.
1. Locate the CPU and its retention
mechanism on the motherboard.
3. Mount the fan on top of the
heatsink. Press down the fan until
its four clips get locked in the holes
of the retention mechanism.
4. Press the two levers down to
fasten the fan. Each lever can be
pressed down in only ONE
direction.
Levers
Retention Mechanism