How to Replace the Thermal Paste in your Mac mini (2024)

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Remove the heat sink bracket screws

Use one hand to secure the logic board during this step to prevent damaging it.
Use a Torx Plus 5IP screwdriver to remove the four 4.4 mm‑long screws securing the heat sink bracket.
The brackets will bend up as you loosen the screws.
During reassembly, tighten the heat sink bracket screws in an "X" pattern.

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