AXIOMTEK Q7M310, User Manual

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Q7M310/311 Qseven Module
Module and Pin Assignments 9
2.3 Installing Thermal Solution
For thermal dissipation, a thermal solution enables the Q7M310/311
’s components to dissipate
heat efficiently. All heat generating components are thermally conducted to the heatsink in
order to avoid hot spots. Figure below illustrates how to install the thermal solution on
Q7M310/311.
1.
There is a protective plastic covering on the thermal pads. This must be removed before
the heatsink can be mounted.
2.
Each heatsink is designed for a specific Q7M module. The thermal pads on the heatsink
are designed to make contact with the necessary components on the Q7M module.
When mounting the heatsink you must make sure that the thermal pads on the heatsink
make complete contact (no space between thermal pad and component) with the
corresponding components on the Q7M module. This is especially critical for Q7M
modules that have higher CPU speeds (for example 1.46GHz or more) to ensure that the
heatsink acts as a proper thermal interface for cooling solutions.
3.
This CPU module has four assembly holes for installing heatsink plate. Use the four
screws to secure the heatsink plate to the Q7M310/311. Be careful not to over-tighten the
screws.