ZALMAN CNPS10X Optima (2011) User manual

Ver. 150806
CNPS10X Optima (2011)
User's Manual
Intel Socket LGA 2011 V3/2011/1366/1156/1155/1151/1150/775 CPUs
AMD Socket FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU & APUs
To ensure safe and easy installation,
Please read the following precautions.
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2. Specications
1. Precautions
1) This cooler must be used with a 120mm fan.
2) Avoid inserting objects or hands into the fan while it is in operation to prevent
product damage and injuries.
3) Do not ingest the Thermal Grease, and avoid its contact with skin and eyes.
If contact is made with skin, wash off with water. If ingested or irritation
persists, seek medical attention.
4) To prevent possible injuries, gloves must be worn while handling this product.
5) Excessive force exerted on the fan may cause damage to the fan and/or
system.
6) Use and keep product away from reach of children.
7) Check the components list and condition of the product before installation.
If any problem is found, contact the retailer to obtain a replacement.
8) During transportation of the system, the cooler must be removed. Zalman is
not responsible for any damages that occur during the transport of a system.
9) Product design and specications may be revised to improve quality and
performance.
Model
Spec. CNPS10X Optima (2011)
Material Pure Aluminum & Copper
Weight 630 g
Dimensions 132(L) Ⅹ85(W) Ⅹ152(H)㎜
Bearing Type FSB (Fluid Shield Bearing)
RPM 1,000 ~ 1,700rpm ±10%
Noise Level 17.0 ~ 28.0dBA ±10%
1g
-40℃~ +150℃( -40 ~ +302℉)
Fan
Thermal Grease
[ZM-STG2M]
Contents
Temperature
Range

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Thermal Grease
3. Components
1) Common Components
Thermal Grease
[ZM-STG2M]
Loaging Block
NutsBolts
Double-sided Tape
Backplate
User's Manual
Fan
Cooler
Side Caps
Fan Fixing Clips
AMD Clip
2) Intel Components 3) AMD Components
- Socket LGA 2011 V3/2011/1366/1156
/1155/1151/1150/775
- Stand off
Socket FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
Intel Clip Stand-off

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4. Installation Requirements
1) Space Requirements
2) Air Guide Removal
3) Cooler Orientation
4) CPU and RAM interference check
The cooler’s installation requires an unobstructed space of 85mm(width),
132mm(length), and 152mm(height), with the CPU as a central reference point.
Please check if components such as ODDs and PSU protrude into the required
space.
Air guides on enclosures must be removed before the cooler’s installation since
they protrude into the cooler’s required space.
As shown in the diagram below, it
is recommended that the cooler be
installed so that air ows from the
cooler toward the enclosure’s rear
exhaust fan to be released.
* Recommended cooler orientation may
differ according to the motherboard
model.
Any RAM with a height taller than 44mm (1.75 ) will have interference with the CPU
cooler. Please check the height of your RAM modules prior to installation.
85㎜
152㎜
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5. Installation
A. LGA Intel Socket Installation
Lastly, fasten the four screws to secure the clips (Please go to Page 8 for further instructions)
Partially unscrew the four bolts located on the base of the CPU cooler. Then,
insert the Intel Clips between the base and the heatpipe cover, with
the clips bent away from the heatsink.
Partially unscrew the four bolts located on the base of the CPU cooler. Then,
insert the Intel Clips between the base and the heatpipe cover, with
the clips bent away from the heatsink.
① - ⓐ Intel Socket 2011 V3 / 2011 User
① - ⓑ Intel Socket 1366 / 1156 / 1155 / 1151 / 1150 / 775 User
The holes in the Clip (as shown
below) are matched to the “keys” on
the heatpipe cover for secure Clip
installation.
The holes in the Clip (as shown
below) are matched to the “keys” on
the heatpipe cover for secure Clip
installation.
Caution
Caution
Insert
Key
Intel Clip
Intel Clip
Insert
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2
② Install the Bolts to the Backplate according to the socket type and
secure them with Side Caps.
※ Backplate is not needed for LGA 2011 V3 / 2011 sockets.
Socket 775
Socket 1156/1155/1151/1150
Socket 1366
Take note of the orientation of the Nuts and the Side Caps.
X
O
Caution
③ - ⓐ Socket 1366/1156/1155/1151/1150 Installation
Peel off one side of the Double-sided Tape and attach it to the center of the Backplate
with the sticky side facing down. Then, peel off the top cover.
※ Socket 1366/1156/1155/1151/1150 Installation does not require the Loading Block.

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X
O
Caution
Please make note of the orientation of the Loading Block’s Installation.
③ - ⓑ
Socket 775 Installation
Peel off the Loading Block cover and attach it to the Backplate with the
sticky side facing the center of the Backplate.
Peel off one side of the Double-sided Tape and attach it with the sticky side
facing the Loading block. Then, peel off the top cover.
Double-sided
Tape
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Attach the Backplate assembly to the back side of the
motherboard by aligning the Nuts to the motherboard
mounting holes. If you were unsuccessful at rst attempt,
you may continue with the installation without
the Double-sided Tape as it is not a necessary component.
Fasten the four Stand-offs to the
motherboard. Backplate is not
needed.
⑤ Apply thermal grease just enough to thinly cover the CPU surface, then
fasten the Bolts to isntall the cooler.
④ - ⓐ
Socket 1366 / 1156 / 1155 / 1151 / 1150 / 775 User
④ - ⓑ
Socket 2011 V3 / 2011 User
⑥
Latch the Fan Fixing Clips to the notches located on the sides of the heatsink.
Note: It is often easier to latch the Fan Fixing Clips one at a time.
M/B
M/B
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⑦
Position the fan as low as possible.
M/B
⑧
Connect the cooler’s 4-pin connector to the motherboard’s CPU Fan header.
Lowering the fan helps to
cool the components on
the motherboard.
Tip
Please make sure that PWM Control Mode is activated in the motherboard’s
BIOS settings.
Caution

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AMD Clip
B. AMD Socket
Installation
①
Partially unscrew the four bolts located on the base of the CPU cooler.
Then, insert the AMD Clips between the base and the heatpipe cover, with
the clips bent away from the heatsink.
Caution
②
Install Bolts to the Backplate according to the Socket Type and secure
with Side Caps.
1
2
X
O
Take note of the orientation of the Nuts and the Side Caps.
Caution
The holes in the Clip (as shown
below) are matched to the “keys” on
the heatpipe cover for secure Clip
installation.
Insert
Key