I can't get the fan off

[asm0deus]

My x2 3800+ is mounted in mobo with standard AMD cooler, I can't figure out how to get the hsf off. I've tried looking online can't find any good instructions. plz someone help.

 

[cubeless]

i find that whispering nice things into it and stroking it a little usually gets it off...

but when i want to remove the hsf i pop the little lever on the side and then verrry gently pull up... i've had the chip pull free with the hsf on these...

 

[Shimmishim]

pulling straight up has the potential of pulling the chip out of the socket.

you should have a little give between the socket mount and hsf unit. try to jiggle the hsf unit left and right in the socket for a bit then try to lift up. (assuming you've released the lever and it won't come out)

usually this sticking is caused by the thermal paste forming a tight bond with the cpu ihs.

 

[imported_dorian]

In adittion to moving the lever, you also have to remove the 2 clips. There are videos in AMD's site explaining how to do it:

http://www.amd.com/us-en/Processors/Tec...rces/0,,30_182_869_4348%5E6678,00.html

Note: It's not as easy as the video makes it look like

 

[Yellowbeard]

Also, regardless of which method you choose, I would suggest heating the CPU up somewhat before removing the sink. You could do this by simply using the machine or, you can use a hair dryer on the sink. This will minimize the possibility of pulling the CPU still attached to the cooler.