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K45
How do I install the I.C.E. heatpipe cooling in a K45 and K48?
In order to install an I.C.E cooling the K45's or K48's motherboard must be removed.
Please see the step-by-step graphical illustrations:
- Unplug the ATX 1 and 2 power connector from the motherboard.
- Unplug the Front Panel internal USB cable from the motherboard.
- Unfasten three screws from the back of the K45 to take the power supply unit out of the chassis.
- Once the power supply unit is removed, please unfasten another six screws from the motherboard and remove the motherboard.
- Fasten all four screw standoffs on the platform.
- Make sure each standoff is properly screwed in place.
- Re-install the motherboard and make sure the standoffs underneath line with the screw holes on motherboard.
- Apply thermal compound on atop the processor.
- Install the I.C.E. cooling, re-fasten all four spring screws and plug the fan connector into FAN1 on the motherboard.
- Re-connect the ATX 1 & 2 power connectors as well as the Front Panel USB cable and SATA cable.
What kind of processors does the K45 support?
K45 only supports processors with a TDP of up to 65 W. Please go to Shuttle website for the full support list and also refer to the Intel website for more information.