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Hardware Setup
COM Express Carrier Board
CPU & Heatsink Installation
When installing a CPU, always remember to install a CPU heatsink. A CPU heat-
sink is necessary to prevent overheating and maintain system stability. Follow the
steps below to ensure correct CPU and heatsink installation. Wrong installation
can damage both the CPU and the board.
1. Push the load lever down to unclip it and lift to the fully open position.
2. The load plate will automatically lift up as the load lever is pushed to the fully
open position.
Retention tab
Load lever
Load plate
Important
Do not touch the socket contacts or the bottom of the CPU.