
CHAPTER 3: Replacing notebook components
5Install the new processor onto the system board making sure that Pin 1 on the processor (indicated by the
6Remove any thermal grease residue from the cooling assembly using a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol.
7Place new thermal grease on the processor. Use only enough to cover the CPU die.
8Make sure a thermal pad is placed between the cooling assembly and other components as shown.
Thermal Pad
Thermal Grease
9Replace the cooling assembly by following the instructions in “Replacing the main cooling assembly” on page 60.
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