7Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the heat sink.
8Apply the new thermal grease to the top of the processor.
CAUTION: Ensure that you apply new thermal grease. The new thermal grease is critical for ensuring adequate thermal bonding, which is a requirement for optimal processor operation.
Postrequisites
1Replace the processor
See "Replacing the Processor
2Replace the
See "Replacing the
3Replace the
See "Replacing the
4Replace the back cover. See "Replacing the Back Cover" on page 24.
5Replace the stand. See "Replacing the Stand" on page 21.
6Follow the instructions in "After Working Inside Your Computer" on page 13.
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