How to Install a CPU and Heatsink
If you’re building your own PC, you need to know how to install a CPU onto the motherboard. You must also attach a heatsink fan on top of the processor to keep it cool. Motherboards only support specific brands and types of processors, so read all the documentation for your motherboard and processor before proceeding. In addition, refer to the documentation for the motherboard, processor, and cooling unit. You need to know the locations of the processor slot, heatsink mounting clips, and the CPU fan header. These instructions assume that you are installing the CPU onto the motherboard before installing the motherboard into the computer case: When all the remaining parts necessary for operation are installed, the motherboard BIOS must either detect or be told what type of processor is installed on the board. Refer to the documentation that came with the computer or motherboard on how to configure the BIOS for the proper CPU model.
