MSI MS-96C8 Series User Manual

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MS-96C8 Server Board

2. Lift the load lever up and open the

load plate.

1. Open the load level.

CPU & Cooler Installation

W hen you are installing the CPU,

make sure the CPU has a cooler attached on

the top to prevent overheating. Meanwhile, do not forget to apply some thermal
paste on CPU before installing the heat sink/cooler fan for better heat dispersion.
Follow the steps below to install the CPU & cooler correctly. W rong installation will
cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard.

4. After confirming the CPU direction for

correct mating, put down the CPU in
the socket housing frame. Be sure
to grasp on the edge of the CPU base.
Note that the alignment keys are
matched.

alignment key

3. The CPU socket has a plastic cap on

it to protect the contack from damage.
Before you install CPU, always cover
it to protect the socket pin. Romove
the cap from the lever hinge side (as
the arrow shows).

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