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STEP 14
Apply the enclosed EK-TIM Ectotherm
thermal grease
(thermal
compound) on the CPU heat spreader – IHS – as shown in the image.
The thermal compound layer must be thin and even in thickness over
the entire surface of the IHS. The excessive or uneven application of
thermal grease may lead to poor performance!
STEP 15
Remove the protective sticker
and position the
CPU water block
onto the bridge fittings.
Align the coldplate with the CPU and carefully place the CPU block.
Pay attention to position it onto the bridge fittings properly.
CAUTION: The protective sticker must be removed from
the coldplate.
STEP 14
STEP 15
CPU Water Block
