Socket 939 is a type of CPU socket made for AMD Athlon processors. The sockets may be used with both single and dual core computer chips. By applying thermal paste while installing your socket 939 chip, you can help dissipate heat away from the chip and into the heatsink and fan, allowing the computer chip to run cooler. You can find thermal paste at your local computer store or at online retailers.
Instructions
1. Line the computer chip pins up with the socket; then press down on the chip while engaging the locking mechanism.
2. Scrape the wax thermal pad from the bottom of the heatsink and fan unit with the plastic scraping tool, if necessary. Many heat sinks have a wax thermal pad that melts when heated and will interfere with the thermal paste. Avoid scratching the heat sink while scraping off the thermal pad.
3. Drop a small dab of thermal paste to the bottom of the heat sink and smooth over the metal surface with the edge of the credit card. Do not use your finger to smooth out the thermal paste. The smoothing action works the paste into the heatsink and increases the effectiveness of the heatsink unit. Wipe up any excess thermal paste around the edges with the paper towel.
4. Apply a small dot of thermal paste (about the size of an uncooked grain of white rice) on the center of the computer chip.
5. Examine the computer chip and the bottom of the heatsink and wipe off any contaminants from either surface.
6. Lower the heatsink directly down on top of the computer chip.
7. Grip the heatsink and cooling fan unit and gently twist it counterclockwise, and then clockwise to help spread out the dot of thermal paste. The twisting also creates a firm bond between the computer chip and the heatsink.
8. Use the plastic clips to lock the heatsink and cooling fan unit into place.
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