ZALMAN CNPS9900DF User manual

Ver. 130214
To ensure safe and easy installation, please read
the following precautions
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User’s Manual
CNPS9900 DF
AMD Socket FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2 CPU&APUs
Intel Socket LGA 2011 / 1366 / 1156 / 1155 / 775 CPUs

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1. Precautions
2. Specications
1) Avoid inserting objects or hands into the fan while it is in operation to
prevent product damage and injuries.
2) 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.
3) To prevent possible injuries, gloves must be worn while handling this
product.
4) Excessive force exerted on the fan may cause damage to the fan and/
or system.
5) Use and keep product away from the reach of children and pets.
6) Check the components list and condition of the product before
installation. If any problem is found, contact the retailer to obtain a
replacement.
7) Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damages due to
overclocking.
8) Before 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) Enable PWM function in BIOS settings after installation.
10) Product design and specifications may be revised to improve quality
and performance.
Disclaimer) Zalman Tech Co., Ltd. is not responsible for any damages due
to external causes, including but not limited to, improper use,
problems with electrical power, accident, neglect, alteration, repair,
improper installation, or improper testing.
CNPS9900DFPure Copper & Black Nickel Plated850g140(L) x 110(W) x 154(H) ㎜6,800㎠
1,000rpm ±10% (3pin)900 ~ 1,400rpm ±10%(4pin)19 ~ 27dBA ±10%Long Life Bearing3.5g-40°C ~ +150°C (-40℉ ~ +302℉)Model
Spec.
Meterial
Weight
Dimension
Dissipation Area
FanRPMThermal Grease[ZM-STG2]Noise LevelBearing TypeContentsTemperature RangeFront 120mmCenter 140mm

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3. Components
1) Common Components
Thermal Grease
[ZM-STG2]
Loading Block
Side Caps
Nuts Double-sided Tape
Backplate
Allen Wrench (3/32")
User’s Manual
Cooler
Silver Bolts B (3mm)
(Socket AMD/LGA 1156/1155/775)
Silver Bolts A (4mm)
(Socket LGA 2011)
Gold Bolts
(Socket LGA 1366)
AMD Clip
Intel Clip
2) Intel Components 3) AMD Components
Socket LGA 2011/1366/1156/1155/775
Socket FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2
Y-Connector Cable

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4. Installation Requirements1) Space Requirements
The installation requires unobstructed space of 110mm (width) x 140mm (length)
x 154mm (height) with the CPU as the central reference point. Before installation,
please check if memory modules or motherboard heatsinks will not have any
clearance issues with the CPU cooler.
2) Air Guide Removal
4) Cooler Orientation
5) Fan Protection Pad Removal & Cooler Handling
Air guides on enclosures must be removed, before the cooler’s installation, for
they protrude into the cooler’s required space.
Orient the cooler so that the thinner heatsink is facing the
rear exhaust fan, while the thicker heatsink is facing the front
case fan (see right image).
Remove the fan protection pad before you begin the installation process. Also, due to the sharp
heatsink ns, wearing gloves while handling the heatsink ns is strongly recommended.
110㎜154㎜140㎜3) Protective Brace Removal
Please unclip and remove the heatsink's plastic brace before installing the cooler.

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5. Installation
A. Intel Socket Installation ( Go to Page 8 For AMD Sockets)
1) Intel Socket 2011 Installation
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.
Insert
Key
Intel Clip
Apply thermal grease just enough to thinly cover the CPU surface. Then, insert four Silver
Bolts (type A) through the outermost Intel Clip holes, and using the 3/32” Allen Wrench,
fasten the Silver Bolts incrementally while alternating between them.
Please make sure to use the
Bolts with correct color and
thread length as they can
appear quite similar. Gold Bolts
(Socket LGA 1366)
Sliver Bolts A (4mm)
(Socket LGA 2011)
Sliver Bolts B (3mm)
(Socket AMD/LGA1156/
1155/775/)
Sliver Bolt A
(4mm)
Allen Wrench
Caution
Base
Heatpipe cover
The holes in the Clip (as shown below) are
matched to the “keys” on the heatpipe cover
for secure Clip installation.

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Socket 775
Socket 1156/1155
Socket 1366
Take note of the orientation of the Nuts and the Side Caps.
X
O
Caution
2) Intel Socket LGA 1366/1156/1155/775 Installation
① Insert the Nuts to the Backplate according to the socket type
and secure them with Side Caps.
1
2
② Socket LGA 1366/1156/1155 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 LGA 1366/1156/1155 Installation does not require the Loading Block.

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③ Socket LGA 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
Loading Block
X
O
Caution
Please note that the sticky side of the Loading Block serves to attach the Loading Block to
the backplate.

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④ 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.
M/B
Gold Bolt
(Socket 1366)
Sliver Bolt B (3mm)
(Socket 1156/1155/775)
⑤ Apply thermal grease just enough to thinly cover the CPU surface. Then,
insert four Silver Bolts B (for socket LGA 1156/1155/775) or Gold Bolts (for
LGA 1366) through the Intel Clip holes, and using the 3/32” Allen Wrench,
fasten the Bolts incrementally while alternating between them.
Please make sure to use the
Bolts with correct color and
thread length as they can
appear quite similar. Gold Bolts
(Socket 1366)
Sliver Bolts A (4mm)
(Socket 2011)
Sliver Bolts B (3mm)
(Socket 1156/1155/
775/AMD)
Caution
Wrench
Please make sure that PWM Control Mode is activated in the motherboard’s BIOS settings.
Beware of fan wire interuption
Caution
⑥Connect the Y-Connector Cable to the 4Pin(140mm Center FAN), 3pin (120mm
Front FAN) .
⑦Connect the Y-Connector Cable to the mother board.
M/B
M/B

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1) AMD Socket FM2/FM1/AM3+/AM3/AM2+/AM2 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.
The holes in the Clip (as shown
below) are matched to the “keys” on
the heatpipe cover for secure Clip
installation.
Insert
Key
B. AMD Socket Installation
② Insert the Nuts to the Backplate according to the socket type and secure
them with Side Caps. 1
2
AMD Clip
X
O
Take note of the orientation of the Nuts and the Side Caps.
Caution
Base
Heatpipe cover

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③ Peel off the Loading Block cover and attach it to the Backplate with the
sticky side facing the center of the Backplate.
Caution
Please note that the sticky side of the Loading Block serves to attach the Loading Block to
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.
Loading Block
Double-sided Tape
O
X
④
M/B
M/B
Dismantle the CPU cooler retention bracket on the motherboard by unscrewing the four bolts
located at each corner (method may vary; consult the motherboard manual for details).
Be sure to keep the retention bracket so the stock CPU cooler can be used as a backup.

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⑤
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.
M/B
Silver Bolt B(3mm)⑥ Apply thermal grease just enough to thinly cover the CPU surface. Then,
insert four Silver Bolts B through the AMD Clip holes, and using the 3/23"
Allen Wrench, fasten the Bolts incrementally while alternating between them.
Please make sure to use the
Bolts with correct color and
thread length as they can
appear quite similar. Gold Bolts
(Socket LGA 1366)
Sliver Bolts A (4mm)
(Socket LGA 2011)
Sliver Bolts B (3mm)
(Socket AMD/LGA
1156/1155/775)
Caution
Allen Wrench
M/B
M/B
Please make sure that PWM Control Mode is activated in the motherboard’s BIOS settings.
Beware of fan wire interuption
Caution
⑥Connect the Y-Connector Cable to the 4Pin(140mm Center FAN), 3pin (120mm
Front FAN) .
⑦Connect the Y-Connector Cable to the mother board.