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Intel LGA1155 PCSTATS Review - Inserting the socket LGA1155 CPU the right way
Beginners Guide: How To

Install/Remove Intel Socket
LGA1155 CPU and Heatsink
Abstract: At PCSTATS we've built hundreds of
computer systems while testing different
motherboards and CPUs, but haven't ever
documented the steps. In this straight forward
Beginners Guide PCSTATS will show you all the
steps to installing and removing a socket LGA1155
Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processor and heatsink.
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Inserting the socket LGA1155 CPU the right way

Step 2: Remove the Intel Core i3/i5/i7 processor from its box and plastic clam shell packaging. To
take off the protective black plastic chip carrier cover, hold the processor by its corners and release
one of the plastic tabs. Be careful not to touch the gold pads on the underside.
Now holding the processor by its sides or corners, look at the bottom. Check for any damage or
foreign material on the contacts. Also note the two alignment notches on either side of the processor
(pictured below by the white arrows).
These notches are keyed to a pair of plastic extensions pictured below in the LGA1155 socket,
ensuring that the processor is oriented only one way.
Holding the processor by the sides without notches, orient the CPU so its notches are lined up with
the socket tabs correctly (white arrows). Lower the processor gently and vertically down into the
socket, ensuring that it is lowered straight and sits evenly.
Note the two spaces in the socket frame in the image below, this is where your fingers should grip the
Intel processor. The space allows you to slowly and gently lower the CPU into the LGA1155 socket.
The CPU alignment notches are highlighted next to the white arrows.
It's advisable not to drop the CPU into place, as that may damage the fragile contact pins.
The Intel processor should sit flat in the LGA1155 socket, with the little gold triangle pointing away
from the cam lever arm. If the CPU is not flush in the socket, or the tabs are not aligned, remove the
CPU and double check the orientation once again. No force is required to get the CPU to sit flat, if you
have force it, something is not right.
Next up; Locking the CPU in place.
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Installing an Intel LGA1155 Processor Safely

We're going to assume you have your motherboard and processor at hand, both still in their boxes.
For this DIY Guide PCSTATS will be using an Intel Core i5 processor and an Intel socket LGA1155
motherboard.
Step 1: Remove the motherboard from its box and protective packaging. Place the anti-static bag or
foam mat under the motherboard to protect it, then lay the board down on a flat space like a table.
To open the CPU socket, gently but firmly press the metal lever down and then away from the socket
to release the catch. Then pull it back until it hangs loosely. This will unlock the top load plate.
Push the metal lever down to flip up the top load plate and expose the plastic protective cover and
CPU socket.
Remove the protective plastic cover by gripping it with two fingers like so and pulling straight up.
Store this protective cover in the motherboard box, don't throw it away. Make sure not to touch the
pins below!
Take a moment to examine the gold pins of the CPU socket and ensure that none are bent and that no
foreign material is present. Once the plastic socket protector is removed you have to be very careful
not to drop anything into the socket or touch the gold pins. If you see anything out of position, a pin
may be dislodged from the LGA1155 socket.
If a pin is out of place it may be possible to very carefully nudge it back into place with the tip of a
sharp pin.
The next step is to get the LGA1155 processor ready for installation...
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Installing the CPU Heatsink Correctly

Lay the computer case flat with the motherboard and processor facing you. Remove the heatsink from
the processor box and check the bottom to make sure that the thermal interface material on the
bottom is undamaged. You don't need to add any additional thermal paste with the stock Intel
heatsink.
If the heatsink you have did not come with pre-applied thermal compound, apply a bit to the top of
the CPU and bottom of the heatsink and spread it evenly with your finger. Only cover the portion of
the heatsink base which will contact the CPU. Never install a heatsink without thermal compound!
Notice the four holes in the motherboard PCB around the LGA1155 CPU and socket? These coincide
with the 'legs' of your socket 1155 heatsink.
Step 3. To install the heatsink, lower it down vertically onto the processor so that each of its plastic
'legs' lines up with the four holes in the motherboard. There is no special way the heatsink has to
face, as long as the pointy end of each of the 'legs' fits into one of the holes that's what's important.
Most Intel heatsinks use push-to-click plastic retention studs. For these mechanical locks to work
correctly, ensure that the black top of each fastener is rotated into the correct locking orientation,
with the arrow pointing away from the heatsink , the groove in the top oriented towards the center of
the heatsink. This orientation ensures the fastener will lock into place when pressed down.
Once the heatsink is sitting on the processor with one fastener in each motherboard hole, hold it in
place with one hand while pressing down firmly on each of the fastener 'legs' in turn.
You should hear a loud click to indicate when each clip is locked in. Ensure that the heatsink is sitting
evenly on top of the socket and processor.
What's happening is a little bit of the black plastic is spreading apart two white plastic tabs which lock
onto the motherboard PCB when they are open all the way. It's easy to see this by examining the rear
of the motherboard.
With all four push-to-click tabs locked in place, it's now time to plug in the CPU heatsink fan power
cable to the right 4-pin or 3-pin connector on the motherboard.
Consult your motherboard manual if you are unsure of the location, generally speaking you want to
plug the CPU heatsink fan power cable into the fan header marked "CPU_Fan" so the BIOS will report
the right RPM levels. Ensure that the fan power cable cannot become snagged in the fan blades.
That's it! The processor and heatsink are now installed correctly.
If you need to remove or upgrade the Intel socket LGA1155 processor, PCSTATS covers this
procedure next. You'll need a flathead screwdriver as well as the plastic protective covers for both the
socket and the processor.
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Locking the Processor in Position

Now close the metal load plate so its tab on the right is below the top of the metal retaining stud
attached directly to the motherboard PCB.
To lock the CPU in place, rotate the metal cam lever arm down towards the closed position. The load
plate tab has to slip under the metal retaining stud as shown below.
Secure the metal lever under the retention catch. The processor is now correctly in place and ready
for heatsink installation.
LGA1155 CPU installed and socket locked!

At this point it's a good idea to install the motherboard correctly into your computer case. If you need
any help on this topic, see this PCSTATS guide on the subject. Now it's time to install the heatsink,
this isn't complicated but can be a little tricky in the confines of a dark computer case.
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Power down and unplug your computer. Lay the case flat so that the motherboard and heatsink are
facing you. Unplug the CPU heatsink fan power cable.
Using the flathead screwdriver, rotate the top of each of the fastener 'legs' on the heatsink 90
degrees counterclockwise. This will unlock the fasteners internal mechanism. Now pull up on each leg
to release it, then remove the heatsink from the motherboard by lifting it up vertically. A slight
twisting motion may be necessary.
Installed correctly and locked.
Rotate the top of each foot 90-degrees to unlock.
Heatsink is still installed, but foot is now unlocked.
Pull up on each of the feet to release the heatsink from the motherboard.
If you are planning to reuse the same heatsink, reset each of the fastener 'legs' by using your
screwdriver to twist each one 90 degrees clockwise. Set the heatsink aside upside down and find a bit
of paper towel to clean off the old thermal compound.
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Removing Socket LGA1155 processors safely

To remove the Intel socket LGA1155 processor, first release the socket lever cam arm by pressing it
down and away from the catch, then lifting back to disengage the top metal load plate until it hangs
loose.
(Release the socket lever cam arm)
To pick up the processor correctly, you'll need to gently grasp it by the edges with your thumb and
forefinger. There are two gaps in the plastic wall of the socket that correspond to each finger, making
it easier to grasp the CPU.
Lift the processor vertically out of the socket and place it back in its plastic protective cover.
Grab some paper towel and wipe the thermal compound off the surface of the processor. Always apply
fresh thermal compound when installing a heatsink and always wipe off old thermal compound
immediately. The stuff is messy and hard to clean out of clothing, so wipe your hands off thoroughly
too.
If you are not installing a new LGA1155 CPU right away, replace the plastic protective cover back over
the socket and close the metal load plate. Then lock it back into place with the lever. You're done!
The steps outlined in this PCSTATS DIY Guide work for Intel socket 1156 processors as well.
What's the Best Socket 1155 Heatsink?
Our sister site Frostytech.com has some good recommendations on the best Intel Core i3/i5/i7
compatible LGA1155 heatsinks, have at Frostytech's Top 5 Heatsinks chart if you're looking to
upgrade your CPU cooler.
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