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Installing a Chipset Cooler

By Mark Kyrnin, About.com

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Fasten the Cooler to the Board

Mount the Cooler with the Pins

Mount the Cooler with the Pins

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Typically the heatsink is mounted to the board using a set of plastic pins similar to the ones that were previous removed. Gently squeeze down on the pins to push them through the board. Be careful not to use too much force as to cause damage to the board. It is a good idea to try and squeeze in the pin sides from the other side of the board while pushing the pin through.

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