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Lenovo IdeaCentre K410 Heat Sink Replacement

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  1. Lenovo IdeaCentre K410 Heat Sink Replacement, Side Panel: step 1, image 1 of 1

    • Lay the computer down on its side as shown.

    • Remove the two 14mm screws shown. The screws are loose enough to unscrew with your hands.

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  2. Lenovo IdeaCentre K410 Heat Sink Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Gently slide the side panel straight back and remove from the computer.

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  4. Lenovo IdeaCentre K410 Heat Sink Replacement, CPU Fan: step 3, image 1 of 1

    • Using the Phillips #00 Precision screwdriver, unscrew the four 12mm screws that hold the fan in place.

    • Be careful not to strip the screws.

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  5. Lenovo IdeaCentre K410 Heat Sink Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1

    • Unplug the fan from the motherboard by gently pulling out the single plug. Then lift the fan up and out of the computer.

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  6. Lenovo IdeaCentre K410 Heat Sink Replacement, Heat Sink: step 5, image 1 of 1

    • Loosen the four screws that hold the heat sink in place using a Phillips #2 screwdriver.

    • The screws do not come all the way out of the heat sink

    • Pull the heat sink straight up to remove it.

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Conclusion

To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.

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