GeForce 9800GT Teardown

ID: 169359

Description: I'd reccomend repasting the gpu if you're going...

Steps:

1. To strip down the GPU you'll need a Phillips #1 screwdriver
2. Optionally if you want to replace the fan you'll also need a Phillips #000 screwdriver

3. Remove 12 screws joining the heatsink to the GPU (Phillips #1)
4. It is reccomended to use a "star pattern" when unscrewing and tightening to evenly distribute pressure

5. Carefully "unfold" the heatsink as to not rip the fan connector
6. Disconnect the fan

7. Unclip the black cover from the heatsink by prying on it

8. Unscrew the 3 screws (Phillips #000)

9. Unpeel a piece of the tape that's holding down the cable
10. Fish the connector through the hole

11. Do everything you just did just in reverse order
12. When reassembling and putting the fan cover back on don't forget to tuck the fan cable between the cover and the heatsink