Removing heatsink

[SagarP]

Hello guys!
I want to remove the heatsink of the CPU to clean the fan. Is this ppossible?
I have P4 pinless 2.66 Processor.
Thanks

[Cyryl]

What are trying to remove a heatsink from? If there are no mounting screws it is probably glued on. Some people have had luck removed heatsinks by placing the item in the freezer overnight then applying gentle force to remove the heatsink.

Remember, this method is not without danger. It is possible to damage the chip the heatsink is on. Removing the heatsink may also void the warranty.

[Ian p]

Are you dealing with a Socket 478 or Socket 775 motherboard? Well, to answer your question run your system for a little bit to heat up the thermal compound and then gently remove the heatsink.

[rohit007]

Please have a look at this thread
http://forums.techarena.in/xp-hardware/971281.htm
I hope this helps!