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STEP 5
Cleaning the CPU: Wipe the CPU’s contact surface with a
nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip.
Applying thermal compound: On the clean CPU IHS (Integrated
Heat Spreader), apply a blob or line of enclosed thermal compound
(see sample image).
EK recommends the quantity of about two rice grains
of thermal compound. There is no need to cover the
whole IHS. Applying too much thermal grease will disrupt
cooling performance!
STEP 5
STEP 6
STEP 6
Align the water block over the mounting screws on the LGA-115x
motherboard with a pre-installed CPU.
Before proceeding with the installation, it is mandatory
to remove the protective foil from the backside of the
water block.
Place an enclosed coiled spring and a thumb nut over each M4
thumb screw. Start fastening two thumb nuts at a time, preferably in
a cross pattern, but don’t tighten them fully until all four are partially
screwed in. Then – using your fingers only – screw in all four thumb
nuts until you reach the end of the thread.
Thumb Nut
Coiled Spring
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