Installing CPU and Heat sink (TWS-1686525)
For TensorEX TWS-1686525
Step-by-step guide
Instructions to remove the chassis cover/lid can be found here: Removing the Chassis Cover (TWS-1686525)
- Align and install the processor on the carrier.
If you are unsure on how to prepare the CPU to the bracket and heat sink, or if you are installing into a new motherboard with a CPU pin cover, please see below for detailed instructions. - Carefully flip the heatsink. Then install the carrier assembly on the bottom of the heatsink and make sure the guide pin is located in the correct direction.
General instructions for FCLGA3647 Socket CPU installation
DO NOT USE EXCESSIVE FORCE WHEN TIGHTENING THE SCREWS TO AVOID DAMAGES TO THE CPU OR CPU PINS. - Always start with CPU0 first. Remove the CPU Socket protection cap. Locate the CPU socket’s guide pin.
NOTE: Only new heatsinks comes with pre-applied thermal grease. If heatsink is removed, clean processor and heatsink using an alcohol solvent. Apply new thermal grease before re-installing heatsink. - Carefully flip the heatsink. Align the heatsink with the CPU socket by the guide pin and make sure the guide pin is located in the correct direction. Then place the heatsink onto the top of the CPU socket.
- To secure the heatsink, use a T30 Security Torx to tighten the screws in a sequential order (1→2→3→4).
NOTE: When disassembling the heatsink, loosen the screws in reverse order (4→3→2→1). - Repeat the procedures described earlier to install the second processor and heatsink.
- Place the CPU air duct back and screw it to the chassis.
Mounting CPU to bracket and heat sink
Motherboard plastic protective cover
To remove the CPU pin Plastic Cover, lift plastic from corners so it unhooks from the CPU socket edges until you can lift the entire cover straight up.
