SUPER MICRO Computer SuperServer 5016I-TF user manual Removing the Heatsink

SUPERSERVER 5016I-T/5016I-TF User's Manual

Removing the Heatsink

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Warning: We do not recommend removing the CPU or the heatsink. How- ever, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to prevent damage to the CPU or other components.

1.Unscrew the heatsink screws from the motherboard in the sequence as shown in the illustration below.

2.Gently wriggle the heatsink to loosen it from the CPU. (Do not use excessive force when wriggling the heatsink!)

3.Once the CPU is loose, remove the it from the CPU socket.

4.Clean the surface of the CPU and the heatsink, removing the used thermal grease. Reapply the proper amount of thermal grease on the surface before re-installing the CPU and the heatsink.

Figure 5-4. Removing the Heatsink

Loosen screws in the	Screw #4
sequence shown
Screw #1	Screw #2

Motherboard

Screw #3

Remove the heatsink bracket from underneath the motherboard

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