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1-12 Chapter 1: Hardware information
1.3.3 Uninstalling the CPU heatsink and fan
To uninstall the CPU heatsink and fan:
1. Disconnect the CPU fan cable
from the connector on the
motherboard.
2. Rotate each fastener
counterclockwise.
3. Pull up two fasteners at a time
in a diagonal sequence to
disengage the heatsink and fan
assembly from the
motherboard.
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