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Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement

Introduction

This guide will illustrate how to remove the heat sink from your PowerMac.

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    1. Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement, Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement: step 1, image 1 of 2 Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement, Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement: step 1, image 2 of 2

      • Pull on outer latch.

      • Lower door until it is level with your work surface.

      • Before working on the computer make sure it is not plugged into a power supply, then touch a metal object. This discharges static electricity, which could damage the computer.

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    3. Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2

      • Use the spudger to pry the clips horizontally off of the heat sink.

      • Fully remove the clips by lifting upwards.

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    4. Power Mac G4 M5183 Heat Sink Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 1

      • Remove the heat sink by pulling upwards, off of the logic board.

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