CHAPTER 3: Replacing notebook components

Replacing the thermal module

Note:

The thermal module in this sample is for the discrete model. For the UMA model, the thermal module have four captive screws.

Tools you need to complete this task:

Flat-blade driver

- OR -

Scribe or non-marring tool

Phillips #0 screwdriver

To replace the thermal module:

1Complete the steps in “Preparing the notebook” on page 51.

2Complete the steps in “Removing the bay cover” on page 55.

3Disconnect the cooling fan cable from its system board connector.

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Acer DT85 manual Replacing the thermal module, To replace the thermal module