Asus P6X58D-E - Manual (Page 27)

ASUS P6X58D-E 2-7
Chapter 2
The CPU fits in only one correct
orientation. DO NOT force the CPU
into the socket to prevent bending
the connectors on the socket and
damaging the CPU!
6. Position the CPU over the socket,
ensuring that the gold triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of the socket, and then
fit the socket alignment key into the CPU
notch.
7. Apply some Thermal Interface Material
to the exposed area of the CPU that the
heatsink will be in contact with, ensuring
that it is spread in an even thin layer.
Some heatsinks come with pre-applied
thermal paste. If so, skip this step.
To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger directly.
The Thermal Interface Material is
toxic and inedible. DO NOT eat it. If
it gets into your eyes or touches your
skin, wash it off immediately, and seek
professional medical help.
8. Close the load plate (A), then push
the load lever (B) until it snaps into the
retention tab.
Gold
triangle
mark
Alignment key
CPU notch
B
A