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Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation
Note:
Wait for the heatsink to cool down before removing it.
Figure 3-4. Installing/Removing the Heatsink
Installing a Heatsink
A passive type heatsink is used on the X11SSW-4TF.
Note:
Do not apply any thermal grease to the heatsink or the CPU die; the required amount
has already been applied.
1. Place the heatsink on top of the CPU so that the four mounting holes are aligned with
those on the heatsink retention mechanism.
2.
Screw in two diagonal screws (i.e. the #1 and the #2 screws) until they are just snug.
Do not fully tighten the screws or you may damage the CPU.
3.
Add the two remaining screws then finish the installation by fully tightening all four
screws (be careful not to overtighten).
Mounting Holes
Screw#1
Heatsink Bracket
Screw#2
Motherboard
