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Installing System Components 115
NOTICE: 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.
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Press down on the ends of the heat sink release levers and pull them
outward to release them from the release lever retainers. Swing the levers
up to release the heat sink.
Figure 3-27. Installing and Removing the Heat Sink
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Wait 30 seconds for the heat sink to loosen from the processor.
NOTICE: Lay the heat sink on its side to avoid contaminating the thermal adhesive
on the bottom of the heat sink.
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Gently lift the heat sink off of the processor and set the heat sink aside.
NOTICE: The processor is held in its socket under strong pressure. Be aware that
the release lever can spring up suddenly if not firmly grasped.
1 heatsink 2 release lever retainers (2)
3 release levers (2) 4 thermal grease
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