Chapter 3: Installation
10.Once all four fasteners are securely inserted into the mounting holes, and the heatsink is properly installed on the motherboard, connect the heatsink fan wires to the CPU fan connector.
Removing the Active Heatsink
Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be re- moved. However, if you do need to remove the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to uninstall the heatsink and avoid damaging the CPU or other components.
1.Unplug the power cord from the power supply.
2.Disconnect the heatsink fan wires from the CPU fan header.
3.Using your finger tips, gently press on the fastener cap and turn it coun- terclockwise to make a 1/4 (900) turn, and then pull the fastener upward to loosen it.
4.Repeat Step 3 to loosen all fasteners from the mounting holes.
5.When all fasteners are loose, remove the heatsink from the CPU.
