C&T Solution CT-MCL01 Series, User Manual

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CT-MCL01 l User’s Manual
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5. Pull back the load lever, then push the load lever (A) until it snaps into the retention tab.
1.3.2 Installing the CPU Heatsink and Fan
Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 LGA1151 processor requires a specially designed heatsink and fan assembly to
ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
Chapter 1: Product Introductions
The CPU fits in only one correct orientation. DO NOT force the CPU into
the socket to prevent bending the connectors on the socket and damaging
the CPU!
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Install the motherboard to the chassis before you install the CPU fan and
heatsink assembly.
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When you buy a boxed Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 LGA1151 processor, the
package includes the CPU fan and heatsink assembly. If you buy a CPU
separately, make sure that you use only Intel® certified multi-directional
heatsink and fan.
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Your Intel® Core™ i7/ i5/ i3 LGA1151 processor LGA1151 heatsink and fan
assembly comes in a push-pin design and requires no tool to install.
If you purchased a separate CPU heatsink and fan assembly, make sure that you
have properly applied Thermal Interface Material to the CPU heatsink or CPU
before you install the heatsink and fan assembly.