Asus Maximus III Gene User Manual

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7. Close the load plate (A), and then

push down the load lever (B),

ensuring that the front edge of the

load plate slides under the retention

lock (C).

C

B

A

8. Insert the load lever under the

retention tab.

6. 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.

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.

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