Removing The Heatsink - Supermicro X11SSi-LN4F User Manual

X11SSA-F/X11SSi-LN4F User Manual

Removing the Heatsink

Note: We do not recommend that
the CPU or the heatsink be removed.
However, if you do need to uninstall
the heatsink, please follow the instruc-
tions below to uninstall the heatsink to
prevent damage done to the CPU or
the CPU socket.
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 fingertips to gently press on the
fastener cap and turn it counterclockwise
to make a 1/4 (90
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