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5Remove the heat sink:

NOTICE: After the heat sink has been removed, lay the heat sink down on its side to avoid damaging the thermal interface on the bottom.

aRemove the retention module clip from the side of the retention base opposite the power supply. Pull the tab on the clip straight out and away from the retention base to remove it.

bOn the retention base locate the retention tab on the side opposite the power supply, then press on the tab, away from the heat sink until the heat sink pops up slightly.

cRotate the heat sink back, then slide it forward from beneath the second retention tab and lift it out of the retention base.

dRemove the remaining retention module clip, as needed.

NOTE: Removal of the remaining retention module clip is not necessary for removal of the processor.

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