Installing a CPU and Heatsink

Apply Thermal Compound

Apply Thermal Compound

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Apply a thermal pad or several rice grain size drops of thermal paste to the exposed portion of the processor that the heat sink will be in contact with. If using paste, be sure it is spread in an even thin layer across the whole portion of the processor that will be in contact with the heat sink. It is best to spread the paste evenly by covering your finger with a new clean plastic bag. This prevents the paste from being contaminated.

• Intro and Opening CPU Socket
• Align the Processor
• Insert the Processor
• Lock the Processor in the Socket
• Apply Thermal Compound
• Align the Heatsink
• Attach or Mount the Heatsink
• Attach the Heatsink Fan Header