2 screws on the top of the I/O shield holding the cooler
3
Cooler10 x PH1
10 screws around the back of the PCB
4
Die cross4 x PH1
4 screws, one is hidden under the warranty sticker
5
LED connector2-pin
Lift with a spudger, don't pull the wire.
6
FAN connector4-pin
Lift with a spudger, don't pull the wire.
7
Lift heatsink from PCB
Gently break it loose from the thermal paste/pads
⚠ Removing the cooler breaks the factory thermal interface and voids most vendor warranties.
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Teardown performed on a unit purchased at retail; findings reflect this specific sample and may vary by production batch or region. Disassembly voids most manufacturer warranties — this report exists so you don't have to open yours to find out what's inside.