Removing fan from motherboard.

[dy3p]

I currently have an asus formula IV mobo with AMD X6 1090t with it. My problem is with the fan, it becomes to noisy when on high end games. I'm planning to change it today but before I even tried looking for a fan, I tried removing it and it wont come off. What do I do next after pulling the lever back up? help pls..tnx

 

[evilgenius134]

The easiest method is to run the computer for a while, often running an intensive application to heat up the CPU thermal paste.

Then turn the system off, detach the level on the fan and then gently twist the fan in both directions until it starts moving. Eventually it will come off.

 

[wannaturnuptheheat]

Are you using the stock HSF and its paste?

I literally just changed out my TIM from the stock stuff (955 with stock fan) to AS5, and while trying to get the fan off, I ended up pulling the CPU out of the socket. I then had to use a flathead precision screwdriver's tip to pry the HSF from the CPU.

Lesson learned: Don't give the stock TIM *** any time to set, get it off right away before assembling your computer.

As evilgenius said, though, you should have better luck if you 'cook' it first.

 

[dy3p]

Thanks. I am currently using the stock hsf and paste.. What fan did you change yours to? Currently in search of one..

 

[simonyee04]

after removing the cpu
use http://www.amazon.com/CRC-05103-Quick-Electronic-Cleaner/dp/B000BXOGNI
to clean it
then get yourself
Dow Corning Silicon grease
http://www.vacuumoil.com/images/DC%20Tube.jpg
Stop using the premium grease that will cause overheating problem.
And after using the silicon grease cap it and put inside the refrigerator.
it will per long the life span and you can use this grease in your fan too.

 

[susennath]

rotate the nob 90 degree angle clockwise and then trun out the nob, do that for four nob definately it will reopen. then u can put silicon paste and reclose the fan system on ur processor,
hope u wil overcom ur prob

 

[wannaturnuptheheat]

Thanks. I am currently using the stock hsf and paste.. What fan did you change yours to? Currently in search of one..

Actually, I just remounted the stock one. I just wanted to get rid of that blasted paraffin TIM glue they used on the HSF.

I plan to get a CoolerMaster Hyper 212+, it's one of the better air-cooled HSFs (it's a direct-contact heatpipe design, adding to its efficiency). It's only ~$30 off Amazon right now, pretty much a steal for its level of performance.

 

[mi1ez]

rotate the nob 90 degree angle clockwise and then trun out the nob, do that for four nob definately it will reopen. then u can put silicon paste and reclose the fan system on ur processor,
hope u wil overcom ur prob

That's for Intel HSFs...

 

[dy3p]

Actually, I just remounted the stock one. I just wanted to get rid of that blasted paraffin TIM glue they used on the HSF.

I plan to get a CoolerMaster Hyper 212+, it's one of the better air-cooled HSFs (it's a direct-contact heatpipe design, adding to its efficiency). It's only ~$30 off Amazon right now, pretty much a steal for its level of performance.

dude, i think that does not support X6? does it? just found it in here: http://www.coolermaster.com/product.php?product_id=6603

Really in need of one.. my HSF is so annoying right now.. what else can you recommend?

 

[wannaturnuptheheat]

dude, i think that does not support X6? does it? just found it in here: http://www.coolermaster.com/product.php?product_id=6603

Really in need of one.. my HSF is so annoying right now.. what else can you recommend?

There's no reason it shouldn't, a Socket AM3 CPU is a Socket AM3 CPU...