Figure 168. Removing the Thermal Interface Material (TIM) protective film
6. P
lace the heat sink on the processor and press the base of the heat sink until the retaining clip locks onto the heat sink at all
the four corners.
CAUTION: T
o avoid damaging the fins on the heat sink, do not press down on the heat sink fins.
NOTE:
● En
sure latching features on retaining clip and heat sink are aligned during assembly.
● Ensure that the pin 1 indicator on the heat sink is aligned with the pin 1 indicator on the retaining clip before placing
the heat sink onto the retaining clip.
Installing and removing system components 215