Screws that are holding the backplate and frame to the PCB.
STOCK COOLER FRAME
STOCK BACKPLATE
STEP 3
REMOVING THE STOCK BACKPLATE AND COOLER
FRAME
Use the Phillips head screwdriver to remove the six screws and
carefully detach the stock cooler frame and stock backplate from
the PCB.
STEP 3
STEP 4
CLEANING THE PCB
Wipe off the remains of the original thermal compound using a
nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip, as shown in the sample image, until the
components and circuit board are completely clean. EK recommends
the use of denatured alcohol for removing TIM leftovers. After that,
remove all remaining stock thermal pads from the PCB
STEP 4
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