Specifications

5. Disconnect the heatsink screws from the system board (1) as shown in the following figure.
Figure 5-78 Disconnecting the heatsink screws
6. Before lifting the heatsink, gently twist the heatsink to break the thermal compound between the
CPU and the heatsink.
7. Lift the CPU heatsink out of the chassis (2).
8. Use alcohol and a soft cloth to clean the thermal interface residue from the CPU and the heatsink.
Let the alcohol on the CPU and CPU heatsink dry completely.
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