2.Remove the heat sink (2) by lifting straight up from the system board.
NOTE: Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the heat sink and system board components, it may be necessary to move the heat sink from side to side to detach it from the system board.
NOTE: Thermal paste located on the surfaces of the heat sink (1) and processor (2) must be thoroughly removed and replaced each time the heat sink is removed.
Reverse this procedure to install the fan/heat sink.
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