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General| Chipset | AMD X570 |
|---|---|
| CPU Socket | AM4 |
| Form Factor | ATX |
| Memory Slots | 4 |
| Max Memory | 128 GB |
| SATA Ports | 6 |
| LAN | 2.5G LAN |
| WiFi | Wi-Fi 6E |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Audio | Realtek ALC4080 Codec |
| RGB Support | Mystic Light RGB |
| M.2 Slots | 4 |
| PCIe Slots | 2x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x16/x0 or x8/x8), 1x PCIe 4.0 x16 (x4 mode), 2x PCIe 4.0 x1 |
| Water Cooling | Yes (EK water block included) |
Remove all encircled screws from the motherboard, including MOSFET and I/O cover screws.
Remove plastic hold-down clamps and the factory backplate using a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Apply EK-TIM Ectotherm thermal grease to the CPU heat spreader (IHS) in small quantities.
Trim thermal pads to fit the voltage regulation area (MOSFET) on the motherboard's circuit board.
Place thermal pads on the PCB as shown, removing protective foil from both sides.
Install four M2.5 self adhesive PVC washers under marked standoffs as shown in the picture.
Place the monoblock onto the motherboard, ensuring mounting holes are aligned.
Fasten MOSFET and CPU screws evenly using correct washers and Allen key, avoiding excessive force.
The G1/4 port nearest the right edge of the water block MUST be used as the inlet port.
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