Those worried about a heavy heatsink popping out of holes with the Intel push clips should feel much better about this installation method. Overall the cooler installation is pretty easy - much easier than many competing products that also provide the security of a bolt-through installation. The bad news is the motherboard has to be removed. The good news about this installation is the fairly heavy 710g cooler is very secure after mounting. Cooler Master thoughtfully includes a nut driver that works with a Phillips screwdriver to attach the nuts. On Intel 775 the mount screws pass through the four motherboard holes and are secured from the motherboard back with washers and nuts. With the adapter attached, it is then necessary to remove the motherboard (for both Intel as well as AMD) in order to attach the cooler. Four small screws are used to attach the appropriate adapter to the base plate. Since the Hyper 212 is fully assembled all that is required is to install the mounting plate for either Intel or AMD before attaching the cooler to your motherboard. Noise measurements will provide a better idea of the true noise level of the included fan. The S-FLEX also runs at a slower 1600 RPM.
These specifications appear pretty remarkable since the excellent and quiet Scythe S-FLEX fan manages just 28 dB(A) at an output of around 64 CFM. The included 120mm fan is specified at a high 70 CFM output and a very low 19 dB(A) noise level. Even the large thread, coarse-pitched fan screws for the second fan are included. Cooler Master also includes everything in the kit for mounting an optional second 120mm fan. The Hyper 212 can be mounted on either AMD 754/939/940/AM2 or Intel Socket 775.
All you need is a Phillips screwdriver to remove your motherboard and secure the cooler. A nut driver socket for a Phillips screwdriver is included for installing the screw nuts. The items required for mounting the Hyper 212 on Intel Socket 775 or AMD 754/939/940/AM2 are included in the accessories kit.
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