2.3.3Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan

To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:

1.Disconnect the CPU fan cable from the connector on the motherboard.

2. R o t a t e e a c h f a s t e n e r counterclockwise.

3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in

 

 

a diagonal sequence to disengage

 

B

the heatsink and fan assembly from

 

 

 

the motherboard.

 

 

A

A

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

B

 

A

B

 

 

 

 

B

A

4.Carefully remove the heatsink a n d f a n a s s e m b l y f r o m t h e motherboard.

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