Replacing The Thermal Module - Acer ASPIRE 4333 Service Manual

Replacing the Thermal Module

IMPORTANT:Apply suitable thermal pads before replacing the thermal module
The following thermal materials are approved for use:
• Thermal grease compound
• Eapus PSX-D
• Thermal pad
• Denka FSL-BS B6
1. Remove all traces of thermal material from the CPU and thermal module using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab
and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent.
2. Apply a new thermal pad or grease to the center of the processor(s) coming into contact with the thermal
module.
3. Align the screw holes on the thermal module to the screw posts on the mainboard, then replace the module.
Keep the module as level as possible when replacing.
4. Tighten the five (5) captive screws (in numerical order from 1 to 5) and replace the one (1) screw to secure the
CPU thermal module.
Step
Thermal Module
Disassembly
94
3
2
5
Size
M2.5*4.0-I (green
callout)
1
4
Quantity
1
Screw Type
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