Affix the Lower CPU Mount
Apply a thin and even layer of thermal paste to
the surface of the CPU then carefully position
the lower CPU mount onto the CPU ensuring it
is centrally located. The heatpipe grooves
should be facing in the direction of the
heatsink.
Thermal paste can also be applied to the
heatpipe grooves in perpetration for the next
step.
INSTALLING THE CPU COOLER - P7
Assemble the Upper CPU Mount
Depending on which type of motherboard and
CPU socket you have purchased, you will either
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need to assemble the Intel or AMD type upper
CPU mount. You do not need to assemble both.
The mount is assembled as shown with the long
CPU retention screws, springs and C clips
attached to the outer arms of the mount..
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AMD Mount
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Intel Mount