IEI Technology NANO-QM871-i1, User Manual

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NANO-QM871-i1 EPIC SBC
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Step 2: Properly orient the cooling kit . The CPU fan cable must not interfere with the
fan or other moving parts. Make sure the cable can be routed away from the
moving parts.
Step 3: Properly align the cooling kit . Line up the four screws with the screw holes on
the support bracket below the board ( Figure 4-2 ).
Figure 4-2: Align the Cooling Kit
Step 4: Place the cooling kit onto the CPU . Push down the fan with some pressure to
secure the cooling kit with the support bracket. See Figure 4-3 .
Step 5: Tighten the screws . Use a screwdriver to tighten the four screws. In a diagonal
pattern, tighten each screw a few turns then move to the next one, until they are
all secured. Do not overtighten the screws. See Figure 4-3 .
Step 6: Connect the fan cable . Connect the cooling kit fan cable to the fan connector
on the board. Carefully route the cable away from heat generating chips and fan
blades. Step 0: