Noctua NH-U9B SE2 CPU Cooler Review
Installation
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The installation system is the same as the one that we saw on the NH-U12P SE2, called SecuFirm2. The first step to install the cooler is to attach two clips with spring-loaded screws at the base of the cooler, as seen in Figure 11. In Intel systems, you also must prepare the backplate, shown in Figure 12, inserting the screws in the appropriate holes. On AMD systems, this cooler uses the stock backplate.
Figure 11: Clips
Figure 12: Backplate with screws
The next step is to install four plastic spacers and two metal bars, where the cooler will be attached.
Figure 13: Metal bars
Put the cooler in, attaching the screws to secure it.
Figure 14: Heatsink installed
The last step is to install the fans, as shown in Figure 15.
Figure 15: Installation finished