Supermicro X10SRG-F User Manual download pdf (Page 37)

Chapter 2: Installation

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Removing the Heatsink

Warning: We do not recommend that the CPU or the heatsink be removed. However,

if you do need to uninstall the heatsink, please follow the instructions below to prevent

damage to the CPU or the CPU socket.

1. Unscrew the heatsink screws from the motherboard in the sequence as shown

in the illustration below.

2. Gently wriggle the heatsink to loosen it from the CPU. (Do not use excessive

force when wriggling the heatsink!)

3. Once the heatsink is loosened, remove the heatsink from the CPU socket.

4. Remove the used thermal grease and clean the surface of the CPU and the

heatsink. Reapply the proper amount of thermal grease on the surface before

reinstalling the heatsink.

Loosen screws in

sequence as shown.

Screw#2

Motherboard

Screw#1

Screw#3

Screw#4

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