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Smiley
07-29-01, 09:08 PM
Does anyone have a Ati Xpert 200? I need to get the heatsink off of it so I can get a blue orb on it. Tried twisting it but not even moving. Help!

It_The_Cow
07-29-01, 09:14 PM
Put it in a bag and freeze it for about 30 minutes. Then try twisting it off. You can also try using a screwdriver to pry it off

Smiley
07-29-01, 09:22 PM
Will that do any harm do the board if you freeze it? I also heard of running it really hot and then twist it off. Will this do also?

William
07-29-01, 09:23 PM
yes, either hot or cold should do. The freezer trick is ok for the card. You can also try to GENTLY pry with a screwdriver as It_The_Cow suggested.