Cannot install AMD CPU Fan + Heatsink

[johncatman]

After receiving my brand new CPU I was excited, I was PISSED when I found out that my cooler may or may not fit in my case , considering a trusted member of this forum recommended it to me. I have a amd mother board, but it appears to not fit in my motherboard (MN27B-LA). I NEED this this to be fixed ASAP. My CPU is an AM3, and my motherboard is a AM2+. Please Help , here is a link to my cooler: http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16835103075

 

[johncatman]

I really need help ASAP

 

[davcon]

Where's the plastic amd bracket?
Put it on the mobo.

 

[johncatman]

Where's the plastic bracket?

That is all that was included

 

[davcon]

That is all that was included

Your motherboard should have an AMD bracket that fits where the 4 holes are around the cpu socket.
Looks like this.
https://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01742903&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3970023

 

[johncatman]

Your motherboard should have an AMD bracket that fits where the 4 holes are around the cpu socket.

Oh Duh, I completely forgot about that. Is it fine that I only have 3 of the screws for it? If not were can I buy them/name of the screw. Thanks

 

[johncatman]

 

[davcon]

Oh xD, I completely forgot about that. Is it fine that I only have 3 of the screws for it? xD

Eww! not so good.
Can you not find a fourth screw somewhere?
Doesn't have to be exact = same thread and length would be good.
The head can be different.

 

[johncatman]

Your motherboard should have an AMD bracket that fits where the 4 holes are around the cpu socket.
Looks like this.
https://h10025.www1.hp.com/ewfrf/wc/document?docname=c01742903&lc=en&cc=us&dlc=en&product=3970023

-Snip-

 

[davcon]

-Snip-

Once you find another screw you'll be fine.
Some e-tailers sell retention brackets but idk if screws are included.
Easier to find another screw since i'll assume there's nothing wrong with your bracket.

 

[davcon]

Newegg sold these like a week or two ago = now deactivated.
http://www.performance-pcs.com/catalog/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=46_173&products_id=26302&zenid=11cbd31c4dcd98463e57f2efab758ed4
http://www.amazon.com/EVERCOOL-RETENTION-HOLDER-AMD-SOCKET/dp/B003UILZG2

 

[johncatman]

Okay, found the last screw, now how do I go about installing this?

 

[davcon]

Okay, found the last screw, now how do I go about installing this?

Well from what i know it's a bit of a pain lining up the clip and slider thing.
I really can't assist you much since i don't run any AMD platforms.
I heard the instructions left much to be desired.
Patience is the key.
Good luck

 

[johncatman]

Best answer selected by johncatman.

 

[johncatman]

Well from what i know it's a bit of a pain lining up the clip and slider thing.
I really can't assist you much since i don't run any AMD platforms.
I heard the instructions left much to be desired.
Patience is the key.
Good luck

Yep, you were very right, the instructions sucked

 

[davcon]

Yep, you were very right, the instructions sucked

Thx for the B.A.
Was the operation a success?

 

[johncatman]

Thx for the B.A.
Was the operation a success?

Yep

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