MSI 880G-E45 - Manual (Page 21)

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Chapter 2
CPU & Cooler Installation
When 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. Wrong installation will
cause the damage of your CPU & mainboard
If the CPU is correctly installed, the
pins should be completely embedded
into the socket and can not be seen.
Please note that any violation of the
correct installation procedures may
cause permanent damages to your
mainboard.
3. Press the CPU down firmly into the
socket and close the lever. As the
CPU is likely to move while the lever
is being closed, always close the le-
ver with your fingers pressing tightly
on top of the CPU to make sure the
CPU is properly and completely em-
bedded into the socket.
4.
Pull the lever sideways away from
the socket. Make sure to raise the
lever up to a 90-degree angle.
1. Look for the gold arrow of the CPU.
The gold arrow should point as shown
in the picture. The CPU can only fit in
the correct orientation.
2.