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NOTE:
It is normal for the heat sink to slip off the blue retention clips when the screws are partially loosened,
continue to loosen the screw(s).
2. Lift the heat sink from the system.
Figure 98. Removing a heat sink
Next steps
If you are removing a faulty heat sink,
Removing the processor from the processor and heat sink
module
Prerequisites
NOTE:
Only remove the processor from the processor and heat sink module if you are replacing the processor or heat
sink. This procedure is not required when replacing a system board.
1. Follow the safety guidelines listed in
2. Follow the procedure listed in
3.
Remove the processor and heat sink
Steps
1. Place the heat sink with the processor side facing up.
2. Insert a flat blade screwdriver into the release slot marked with a yellow label. Twist (do not pry) the screwdriver to break the thermal
paste seal.
3. Push the retaining clips on the processor bracket to unlock the bracket from the heat sink.
replace the heat
sink, if not,
Safety
instructions.
Before working inside your
module.
remove the
processor.
system.
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