Swiftech MCX603 VSR2 User Manual

Swiftech Computer Accessories

MCX603-V Installation with optional screw/spring

assemblies – (part # MCX603-VSR2)

Remove the motherboard from the
chassis, and remove the stock
retention frames to expose the
mounting holes.

Install the standoffs though the
holes, using fiber washers and
locknuts as shown in figure 2

Tighten the standoffs as shown
figure 1, using a ¼” socket tool to
drive the standoff, and a small pair
of pliers to prevent the locknut from
spinning. Torque value should not to
exceed 16 in. lbs. In other words
just tight, without excessive torque,
otherwise the standoff stem may
snap.

Figure 1

Locknut

Fiber washer

Motherboard

Standoff

CPU

Nylon retaining

washer

Bracket

Spring

6-3w2 x 1 1/4"

screw

80mm fan (not supplied by Swiftech)

Snap rivet

Fan Bracket

Figure 2

Tighten the spring-loaded screws in a crisscross pattern until the screws bottom out into the standoff.
Once there, do not attempt to lock the screws any further, or they will jam into the standoff, and could
prove difficult to remove if you ever need to uninstall the heatsink. Installation is now complete.

Technical note: On the initial series of MCX603-V manufactured
between 10/20/03 and 12/31/03, installation of the optional MCX603-
VSR2 screw/spring assemblies requires removal of the 3 pins
overhanging each spring (12 pins total). This does not affect the
performance of the heatsink in any measurable way. For removal,
simply bend the pins further away from the heatsink center, and they
will break right off at the stem. See also figure 3 page 2.

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