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11.5.3 Removing heat sinks
Figure 281: Removing the heat sink
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Loosen the four captive screws on the heat sink in a crossover pattern (1-4).
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Carefully turn the heat sink back and forth to detach it from the CPU.
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This may be necessary due to the adhesive quality of the thermal
paste located between the heat sink and CPU.
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Pay special attention not to damage any system board components
surrounding the CPU socket.
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Lift the heat sink out of the chassis.
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Thoroughly clean residual thermal paste from the surface of the heat sink
and the CPU using a lint-free cloth.