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How to access CPU on Ninkear N13 mini PC to change cooling paste?

How can I dissasemble this mini PC?
It is a Ninkear N13. I want to change the cooling paste, but cannot figure it out.

I have taken off SSDs, RAM etc. And I assume I need to unscrew the 4 "standoffs" in the corners?

I even emailed Ninkear and received this reply:
"You’ll also need to unscrew the four standoffs at the corners (as shown in the red circles in the picture). Then remove the Wi-Fi module and the SSD. After disconnecting the Wi-Fi antenna, you’ll be able to access the CPU."

But I can't figure it out. No matter what I do, I can't manage to rotate the 4 screws in the corners. I can't unscrew them or even make them move, and I don't want to use too much force and damage the PC.

Has anyone had any experience with a similar mini PC, or maybe even this Ninkear model?

u/n0tfeuer — 12 hours ago

How can I change cooling paste on Ninkear N13 mini PC?

I am fairly certain that I need to unscrew these 4 silver screws on each side, but I can't do it. I can't rotate it. Anyone have any idea?

u/n0tfeuer — 13 hours ago