4.Remove the heat sink assembly (3) by lifting it straight up.

NOTE: Steps 6 through 10 apply only to computer models equipped with AMD processors.

5.Position the system board right-side up, with the front toward you.

6.Disconnect the fan cable from the system board (1).

7.Remove the three Phillips 3.0×2.0 screws (2) that secure the heat sink assembly to the system board.

NOTE: Due to the adhesive quality of the thermal material located between the heat sink assembly and system board components, it might be necessary to move the heat sink assembly from side to side to detach the assembly.

8.Follow the sequence embossed on the heat sink to loosen the three Phillips 10.0×2.0 captive screws (3) that secure the heat sink assembly to the system board.

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