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Remove mobo to install HS?

4 posts · originally from https://geek.digit.in/community/threads/remove-mobo-to-install-hs.110444/

R
RMN Original post #1
Mar 10, 2009 at 11:46 AM
do you guys remove the mobo to install the heat sink?
i usually don't,and was wondering if it is safe that way?

tq
amitash
amitash #2
Mar 10, 2009 at 5:39 PM
As long as you dont damage anything on the mobo, its fine.... It is recommended to remove your mobo so you get more room to install the HS
R
RMN #3
Mar 10, 2009 at 8:29 PM
hmmm..well the room is not the prob.
since i cant get my fingers underneath the board will the pressure exerted frm above bent the board?
amitash
amitash #4
Mar 10, 2009 at 8:34 PM
^Make sure your mobo is secured to the case with mounting posts...You shouldnt have a problem then