To remove the hsf assembly – Acer Altos G5350 Series User Manual
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To remove the HSF assembly:
Important: Before removing a CPU from the mainboard, make
sure to create a backup file of all important data.
1
Observe the ESD precautions and pre-installation instructions
described on page 33.
Warning! The heat sink becomes very hot when the system
is on. NEVER touch the heat sink with any metal or with
your hands.
2
Disconnect the CPU fan cable from its mainboard connector.
3
Disengage the retaining clip from the heat sink base (1).
4
Release the clips from the tab on the heat sink base (2).
5
Pull the heat sink fan assembly away from the CPU (3).
6
Place the heat sink fan assembly upside down on a flat surface.
Note: Wipe off the thermal grease from both the heat sink-fan
assembly and CPU using an alcohol pad.