loosen the remaining pair 2. Do not fully loosen one screw, then move on to the next. Loosen all of
the screws a little at a time, making sure the processor remains level.
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Disconnect the CPU heatsink fan connector
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Before lifting the heatsink, carefully break the adhesive compound between the CPU heatsink and
processor by rotating the heatsink back and forth.
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Use alcohol and a soft cloth to clean all of the thermal interface material residue from the CPU
heatsink and processor.
CAUTION
Allow the alcohol on the processor and CPU heatsink to dry completely.
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from the system board.
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