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iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2544 CPU Replacement

Prerequisite Only
This guide is only intended to be used as a prerequisite for other guides. It's incomplete by itself.

Introduction

Prereq only for removing the heat sink.

What you need

  1. iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2544 CPU Replacement, CPU: step 1, image 1 of 2 iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2544 CPU Replacement, CPU: step 1, image 2 of 2

    • The CPU will most likely be stuck to the heat sink with thermal compound.

    • Insert the flat edge of a spudger between the CPU and heat sink.

    • Gently pry the CPU off the heat sink by slightly twisting the spudger upwards.

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  3. iMac Intel 21.5" EMC 2544 CPU Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 1

    • Remove the CPU from the heat sink. Be careful not to touch the contacts.

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Conclusion

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

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