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3 uninstalling the cpu heatsink and fan – Asus P5W User Manual

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Chapter 2: Hardware information

2.3.3

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.

B

B

A

A

A

A

B

B

4. Carefully remove the heatsink

and fan assembly from the

motherboard.