MSI 970A-G43 - Manual (Page 22)

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CPU (Central Processng Unt)
Important
Overheatng
Overheatng can serously damage the CPU and manboard. Always make sure the
coolng fans work properly to protect the CPU from overheatng. Be sure to apply an
even layer of thermal paste (or thermal tape) between the CPU and the heatsnk to
enhance heat dsspaton.
Replacng the CPU
When replacng the CPU, always turn off the system’s power supply and unplug the
power supply’s power cord to ensure the safety of the CPU.
Overclockng
Ths manboard s desgned to support overclockng. Before attemptng to overclock,
please make sure that all other system components can tolerate overclockng. Any
attempt to operate beyond product specficatons s not recommend. MSI does not
guarantee the damages or rsks caused by nadequate operaton beyond product
specficatons.
Introducton to AM3/ AM3+ CPU
The surface of CPU. Remember to apply some thermal paste on t for better heat
dsperson.