Acer AS8950G manual Thermal Module Installation, Applying Grease to CPU

Thermal Module Installation

+IMPORTANT:

Apply suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing module.

! CAUTION:

Make sure thermal grease does not spill on mainboard because it may cause damage.

The following thermal grease types are approved for use:

Silmore GP50

Honeywell

Jet Motor 7762

The following thermal pads are approved for use:

Eapus XR-PE

1.Remove all traces of thermal grease from CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent.

2.Apply small amount of thermal grease to center of CPU (A) as shown in Figure 3-41.

NOTE: NOTE:

Force used during installation of thermal module is sufficient to spread grease over CPU top.

A

Figure 3-41. Applying Grease to CPU

3. Align module and heatsink to mainboard screw holes.

NOTE: NOTE:

Keep module level to spread grease evenly.

Machine Maintenance Procedures 3-45