CAUTION:CAUTION:
Heatsink screws must be tightened and loosened in alternating sequence. Do not overtighten the screws as this might
damage the system board or the processor socket.
a. Disconnect the heatsink fan cable (callout 1).
b. Use a T-15 Torx screwdriver to loosen one pair of diagonally opposite screws, and then loosen the other pair of screws (callouts 2
and 3).
c. Lift the heatsink away from the system board (callout 4).
d. Place the heatsink on a flat work surface with its contact side facing upward.
12. Use an alcohol wipe to remove the existing thermal grease from the heatsink and the top of the processor.
Allow the alcohol to evaporate before continuing.
13. Open the processor load plate:
a. Push the hinge lever down to unclamp it, and then pivot it to the vertical position (callout 1).
b. Open the processor load plate (callout 2).
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