How Do You Remove A Heat Sink From The CPU?
Removing a CPU heat sink is arguably the most difficult and frustrating hardware procedure that most computer owners are likely to perform. Most heat sinks are not designed with user-friendliness in mind, and damage can be done to both the processor and motherboard if the procedure is performed improperly. Identify the type of heat sink used in your computer, then use a steady hand to remove it safely. Heat Sink with Single Retaining Clip Step 1 Identify a heat sink with a single retaining clip by looking for a metal bracket that goes through the heat sink, clipping to both sides of the CPU socket. Step 2 Look for a raised tab on one side of the retaining clip. If you find one, push the retaining clip straight down toward the motherboard to move the retaining clip below the plastic tab on the CPU socket. Push the raised tab in to release the retaining clip. If there is no raised tab, continue. Step 3 Look for a small curved piece of metal projecting from the retaining clip. Insert the
