Removing vrm heatsink on motherboard

[benparker]

I have the Maximus VI Impact and a Zalman CNPS8900 cooler and it doesn't fit flush. Its either I lose 1 ram stick or take off the heatsink. Is it safe to do so?

 

[stulid]

Its there for a reason, I'm sure the highly paid engineers that designed the board know what they are doing.

 

[pastymuncher]

I told you to double check with a tape measure before you bought it. Whats the point in asking for advice if you don't take it?