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Asus Maximus II Gene User Manual

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5. Position the CPU over the socket,

ensuring that the gold triangle is on

the bottom-left corner of the socket

then fit the socket alignment key into

the CPU notch.

G o l d

t r i a n g l e

mark

Alignment key

CPU notch

6. Apply several drops of 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 interface

material. If so, skip this step.

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!

The thermal interface material is toxic and inedible. If it gets into your eyes or

touches your skin, ensure to wash it off immediately, and seek professional

medical help.

To prevent contaminating the paste, DO NOT spread the paste with your finger

directly.

ROG Maximus II GENE

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