Noctua NH-D15 Review

👤by David Mitchelson Comments 📅25-04-14
Installation

In order to demonstrate the installation process for NH-D15 we are installing the cooler on the Intel LGA2011 socket.

D15 makes use of the renowned SecuFirm 2 mounting kit. The first step for our socket type is to apply four standoff screws to the four corners of the socket plate. Once these are attached, we then have to place the brackets onto the standoffs and apply four thumbscrews – in order to achieve the traditional orientation of having the heatsink and fans line up with the rear exhaust fan in a computer case, the brackets need to be configured horizontally as pictured below. The last step is to apply thermal paste and tighten the two coiled-screws which are attached to the baseplate. It’s important to ensure even pressure when tightening these screws.

SecuFirm 2 is a proven method for installing CPU coolers and in fact many other brands have copied its design because it is so reliable. In very little time, we are able to get up and running with any hitches.








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