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Introduction
In computers, heat sinks are used to cool CPUs, GPUs, and some chipsets and RAM modules. If your Dell OptiPlex 745's CPU is overheating this is the guide for you. A computer's heat sink needs to be replaced every couple years to prevent it from melting and affecting performance which will slow down your computer or prevent it from functioning. This guide will show you how to remove the CPU heat sink of the Dell OptiPlex 745 Ultra Small Form Factor for it to be replaced. Before starting this guide please ensure all accessories are disconnected and the computer is completely shut down.