Replacing The Thermal Module - Acer Aspire 5940G Series Service Manual

Replacing the Thermal Module

IMPORTANT: Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the Thermal
Module.
The following thermal grease types are approved for use:
Silmore GP50
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Honeywell PCM45F-SP
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ShinEtsu 7762
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The following thermal pads are approved for use:
Eapus XR-PE
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1. Remove all traces of thermal grease from the CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab and Isopropyl
Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent.
2. Apply a small amount of thermal grease to the centre of the CPU—there is no need to spread the grease
manually, the force used during the installation of the Thermal Module is sufficient.
3. Align the screw holes on the Thermal Module and
Mainboard then replace the module. Keep the
module as level as possible to spread the thermal
grease evenly.
5. Connect the fan cable to the Mainboard.
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4. Replace the single Fan screw and the four Thermal
Module screws (in numerical order from screw 1 to
screw 4) to secure the Thermal Module in place.
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