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3. Connect the CPU fan cable to the connector on the motherboard labeled CPU_FAN.
Do not forget to connect the CPU fan connector! Hardware monitoring errors can occur if
you fail to plug this connector.
CPU_FAN
CPU FAN PWM
CPU FAN IN
CPU FAN PWR
GND
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1.6.3 Uninstalling 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. Rotate each fastener counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time in a
diagonal sequence to disengage the
heatsink and fan assembly from the
motherboard.
A
A
B
B
A
AB
B
4. Carefully remove the heatsink and fan assembly from the motherboard.
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