Asus P6T SE - Manual (Page 27)

ASUS P6T SE 2-7
Chapter 2
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!
6. Position the CPU over the socket,
ensuring that the gold triangle is on the
bottom-left corner of the socket, and then
fit the socket alignment key into the CPU
notch.
Gold
triangle
mark
Alignment key
CPU notch
7. 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.
DO NOT eat is. If it gets into your eyes
or touches your skin, ensure to wash it
off immediately and seek professional
medical help.
8. Close the load plate (A), and then push
the load lever (B) until it snaps into the
retention tab.
A
B