NETGEAR is aware of a growing number of phone and online scams. To learn how to stay safe click here.
Forum Discussion
Upgrading my Pioneer pro
I am planning "redoing" my RDNP600E to enable it to run Plex and OS6. I have multipe people streaming from my plex server However I find that availability of parts is challenging I am thinkin...
Try gently heating the heatsink with a hairdryer i.e. replicating the CPU operating, and then try gently twisting and/or flossing
Also see HERE
I wouldn't recommend that
Edit: Oh hang on a moment, are you trying to get your old processor off?
If so just run your NAS and bring it up to temperature, switch off, and try removing the Heatsink whilst hot - The goal here is to soften the paste, which over extended use/time becomes an adhesive
bedlam1 wrote:I wouldn't recommend that
Edit: Oh hang on a moment, are you trying to get your old processor off?
If so just run your NAS and bring it up to temperature, switch off, and try removing the Heatsink whilst hot - The goal here is to soften the paste, which over extended use/time becomes an adhesive
Do I need to put some stress on the NAS or will any basic run temp do the trick?
I don't know but I guess the hotter you can get it the better
Edit: If that fails you need to soak the CPU in Rubbing Alcohol (Isopropyl Alcohol) to soften the paste
NETGEAR Academy
Boost your skills with the Netgear Academy - Get trained, certified and stay ahead with the latest Netgear technology!
Join Us!
