CAUTION: Incorrect alignment of the processor heat sink can cause damage to the system board and processor.
NOTE: The original thermal grease can be reused if the original processor and processor heat sink are reinstalled together. If either the processor or the processor heat sink is replaced, use the thermal grease provided in the kit to ensure that thermal conductivity is achieved.
1.Follow the instructions in Before You Begin.
2.Clean the thermal grease from the bottom of the processor heat sink and reapply it.
3.Align the four captive screws on the processor
4.Replace the two screws that secure the processor
5.Replace the processor
6.Replace the MXM assembly (see Replacing the MXM Assembly).
7.Replace the
8.Replace the
9.Follow the instructions from step 4 to step 5 in Replacing the Front Stand.
10.Replace the back cover (see Replacing the Back Cover).
CAUTION: Before turning on the computer, replace all screws and ensure that no stray screws remain inside the computer. Failure to do so may result in damage to the computer.
11.Connect your computer and all attached devices to electrical outlets, and turn them on.
