I7 6950x extreme editonHELP!! CPU board issue :(

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop I7 6950x extreme editonHELP!! CPU board issue :(

02-23-2016, 10:33 AM

Hello, I'm starting my first PC build and immediately faced some issues when installing my i7 6950X Extreme Edition processor into the motherboard (Asus Rampage v10 edition). I used a processor with a triangle design that matched the one on the motherboard, but when trying to close the socket, the small metal clips felt quite tight and risky. I noticed this setup looks similar to what someone in a video demonstrated: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S_k796yR...ex=3&t=68s. The person in the video managed to install it without much trouble, but I'm unsure how to avoid the same problem. Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated. Thank you!

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02-23-2016, 10:33 AM #1

Danielne
Junior Member

02-26-2016, 01:45 PM

The CPU and socket are okay as long as you place the CPU properly and push the correct arm down first, then the second one. If Linus's Son can manage it, you can too!

Danielne

02-26-2016, 01:45 PM #2

The CPU and socket are okay as long as you place the CPU properly and push the correct arm down first, then the second one. If Linus's Son can manage it, you can too!