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Technical Specs:

Dimension: 3"x3"x1.66" (heatsink base)

Weight: 650g (heatsink only)

Fans:

Make: NMB
Model: 3110NL-04W-B20
Size: 80x25 (mm)
Air Flow: 26.5 CFM
Noise Level: 22.5 dBA

Make: Vantec
Model: TD8038H
Size: 80x38 (mm)
Air Flow: 84.1 CFM
Noise Level: 55.2 dBA

Contents:

-Swiftech MCX462-V heatsink
-Artic Alumina thermal compound
-4 plastic push-pins
-92mm and 80mm fan mounting brackets

Installation:

Although the MCX462-V is compatible with all 462-socket motherboards, careful attention must be given during its installation.With its massive weight and solid composition, a rush install can seriously damage the CPU and motherboard.At first try, it was a bit difficult to mount the MCX462-V to our motherboard (Chaintech 7NJS Ultra ZENITH) because of the close proximity to the capacitors. It is highly recommended that the MCX462-V be installed first without a fan so not to hinder visibility of the motherboard components.Once the MCX462-V retention clip is snapped over the Zif Socket, tension onto the processor is applied by loosening two compression springs. Swiftech's tensioning method is excellent because it provides a very secure connection between the motherboard and heatsink. The gradual pressure provided by the screw-spring assemblies eliminates the possibility of chipping the CPU. After installing and uninstalling the MCX462-V a few times, the process became much easier.

The two above images depict the close proximity of the MCX462-V to the motherboard's capacitors.The motherboard shown is the Abit-NF7.The Chaintech motherboard used in the testing also had capacitors that were as close to the MCX462-V as the Abit-NF7.Any wrong move or slip can easily result in damage to the motherboard.It must be emphasized though that once the MCX462-V is correctly mounted on with the retention mechanism, it provides a very secure bond to the motherboard.