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CAUTION: Never remove the heat sink from a processor unless you intend to remove the
processor. The heat sink is necessary to maintain proper thermal conditions.
5. Using a #2 Phillips screwdriver, loosen one of the heat sink retention sockets. Wait for 30 seconds
for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
6. Loosen the second heat sink retention socket.
7. Lift the heat sink away from the processor and set the heat sink aside.
Figure 35. Removing and installing the processor heat sink
1. heat sink 2. retention sockets (2)
3. retention screws (2) 4. processor
CAUTION: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that the
release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.
8. Position your thumb firmly over the processor socket-release lever near the unlock icon and
release the lever from the locked position by pushing down and out from under the tab.
9. Similarly, position your thumb firmly over the processor socket-release lever near the lock icon
and release the lever from the locked position by pushing down and out from under the tab. Rotate
the lever 90 degrees upward.
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