How To Correctly Apply Thermal Paste
Socket 478 Processors (Cont.)
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To install the cooler, just place it over the processor and press it so that the thermal paste will spread correctly.
Figure 31: Installing the cooler
Next, move the cooler lever back and forth. This will move the four cooler hooks in such a way as to make them connect to the four supports on the motherboard. See Figures 32 and 33.
Figure 32: Moving the cooler lever
Figure 33: Move the cooler lever to the end
Then, install the fan power plug to the motherboard. That’s it! The thermal paste will be applied and the cooler installed.
Figure 34: Installing the fan plug