CPU Cooler not clamping down

[Tyler7859]

I have a AMD Fx 8350 CPU that came with a stock cooler and I have it placed inside the motherboard (Asus M5a97 R 2.0) correctly its just when we try to pull the lever to lock it in place it comes up half way and then it feels like you'll break it if you keep trying to pull the lever through. I have a picture that shows maybe the copper pipes in the way of the motherboard plastic ridges but it's already very tight against cpu could we possible use the computer without pulling the lever down

Link to Image http://tinypic.com/r/1zce8ba/8

 

[Warsam71]

hmm, I'm not sure, and somewhat hesitant to say "yes" go for it...

In general, it is a tight fit, when pushing down the lever there should be some resistance. What's the name and model of your motherboard?

 

[clutchc]

I'm not seeing the "motherboard plastic ridges " you are talking about. But I have had similar issues with some retention brackets and the large AMD stock cooler. First, be sure the cooler is properly centered over the CPU and inside the retention bracket frame. Next, be sure the silver latches are actually 'in' the notches of the tabs and not just 'on' the tabs. Lastly, put a bit of pressure on the cooler (especially the latching side) as you swing the lever through its arc.

The theory is to bow the arm that goes between latches enough to have a spring-like pressure against the mounting surfaces.

 

[Tyler7859]

I have a Asus m5a97 r2.0 mother board