Removing The Heatsink - Supermicro X10SLH-LN6TF User Manual

X10SLH-LN6TF User's Manual

Removing the Heatsink

Warning: We do not recommend that the
CPU or the heatsink be removed. However, if
you do need to remove the heatsink, please
follow the instructions below to prevent dam-
age to the CPU or other components.
Active Heatsink Removal
1. Unplug the power cord from the
power supply.
2. Disconnect the heatsink fan wires
from the CPU fan header.
3. Use your finger tips to gently press
on the fastener cap and turn it
counterclockwise to make a 1/4 (90
turn, and pull the fastener upward to
loosen it.
4. Repeat Step 3 to loosen all fasteners
from the mounting holes.
5. With all fasteners loosened, remove
the heatsink from the CPU.
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Unplug the
PWR cord
Pull Up