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R e m o v i n g D o m i n a t o r D H X - 2 C o o l i n g F i n s An illustrated step-by-step guide to removing the cooling fins from Dominator and Dominator GT DDR3 memory modules. Version 1.0 February, 2010...
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Corsair H-30 Memory Cooler Dominator and Dominator GT DDR3 memory modules are made using DHX-2 features, a revision of our original DHX cooling technology. One of the primary improvements is the use of removable cooling fins. The fins can be removed so that end users can easily add custom cooling fins for aesthetic and cooling improvements as well as adding custom mem- ory cooling solutions such as the H-30.
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Removing Dominator Cooling Fins Removing the Cooling Fins The cooling fins are attached using 3 screws. You will need a 3/32” hex key or allen wrench to remove these screws.
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Removing Dominator Cooling Fins Remove the 3 Screws Use the hex key to turn the screws counter clockwise. Once all 3 screws are removed, the cooling fin will come off.
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Removing Dominator Cooling Fins The Cooling Fin Removed Once the cooling fins are removed, the modules are ready for the installation of upgraded cooling fins or custom cooling solutions. The grey material on the top of the heat sinks is thermal interface material or TIM.