Now we get to the CPU fan. If we just left a heat sink on the processor, it would keep it cooler than if the process was run without one as the heat would slowly transfer from the fins of the heat sink into the surrounding air. read more
Disconnect the heat sink’s CPU fan cable from its connector on the motherboard. The CPU fan connector is labeled CPU_FAN. Remove the heat sink assembly by alternately loosening (2-3 turns) the four captive screws that secure the heat sink assembly to the motherboard. read more
If the processor is in a computer that works, leave the computer on for 15-20 minutes to warm it up. This is a safer alternative than using a heat gun. To check if the liquid you want to use is suitable, rub a sample of it on glass. If no marks remain after the sample dries, it is suitable. Soak the dental floss in alcohol. read more
Steps on how to remove the computer CPU fan from the processor heat sink. read more