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2 installing the cpu heatsink and fan, Installing the cpu heatsink and fan -14 – Asus DSEB-D16 User Manual

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

The Intel

®

Xeon™ processors require an Intel certified heatsink and fan assembly

to ensure optimum thermal condition and performance.
When you buy a boxed Intel CPU, the package includes the heatsink, fan, retention

brackets, screws, thermal grease, installation manual, and other items that are

necessary for CPU installation.

2.3.2

Installing the CPU heatsink and fan

• Make sure that you have applied the thermal grease to the top of the CPU

before installing the heatsink and fan.

• Refer to the installation manual that came with the CPU package for details

on heatsink/fan assembly and installation.

CPU heatsink (top view)

CPU heatsink (bottom view)

Heatsink screw

To install the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Place the heatsink on top of the

installed CPU, making sure that the

four screws on the heatsink align

with the nuts on the support plate.

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