Removal and replacement procedures 78
6.
Release the thermal grease adhesion between the processor assembly and heatsink:
a.
Locate the TIM (thermal interface media) breaker slot between the processor assembly and
heatsink. The slot is across from the Pin 1 indicator, near the corner.
b.
Insert a 1/4" flathead screwdriver into the slot. Be sure that the screwdriver is between the
processor assembly and the heatsink.
c.
To release the adhesion of the thermal grease gently rotate the screwdriver.
7.
Unlatch the remaining corners of the processor assembly and remove the processor assembly from
the heatsink.
