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PREPARING THE GRAPHICS CARD
STEP 1
REMOVING THE STOCK COOLER
Remove all encircled screws using a Phillips head screwdriver. All heat
sink assembly screws should be removed, including self-adhesive
washers on both sides of the PCB (if present). After that, remove the
I/O bracket.
STEP 1
STEP 2
CLEANING THE PCB
Carefully detach the original stock cooler after removing all screws
that are securing it to the board. Wipe off the remains of the original
thermal compound using a nonabrasive cloth or Q-tip, as shown
in the sample image, until the components and circuit board are
completely clean. EK recommends the use of denatured alcohol for
removing TIM leftovers.
STEP 2
