4. Install the processor.
Steps
1. If you are using an existing heat sink, remove the thermal grease from the heat sink by using a clean lint free cloth.
2. Use the thermal grease syringe included with your processor kit to apply the grease in a thin spiral on the top of the processor as
shown in the following figure.
CAUTION:
Applying too much thermal grease can result in excess grease coming in contact with and contaminating
the processor socket.
NOTE:
The thermal grease syringe is intended for one-time use only. Dispose of the syringe after you use it.
Figure 51. Applying thermal grease on the top of the processor
a. processor
b. thermal grease
c. thermal grease syringe
3. Place the heat sink onto the processor.
4. Tighten one of the four screws to secure the heat sink to the system board.
5. Tighten the screw diagonally opposite to the first screw you tightened.
NOTE:
Do not overtighten the heat sink retention screws when installing the heat sink. To prevent overtightening,
tighten the retention screw until resistance is felt. The screw tension must not be more than 6 in-lb (6.9 kg-cm).
6. Repeat the procedure for the remaining two screws.
Next steps
1. Follow the procedure listed in
After working inside your system
2. While booting, press F2 to enter System Setup and check that the processor information matches the new system configuration.
3. Run the system diagnostics to verify that the new processor operates correctly.
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