Acer Aspire 5349 - Thermal Module Installation

Machine Maintenance Procedures 3-27
3. Remove the thermal module from the mainboard as shown in Figure 3-26.
Figure 3-26. Thermal Module Removal
Thermal Module Installation 0
IMPORTANT:
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Apply approved thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in position
before replacing
module.
CAUTION:
!
Use caution when applying thermal grease. Thermal grease may cause
damage to the mainboard.
The following thermal grease types are approved for use:
Silmore GP50
Honeywell
Jet Motor 7762
The following thermal pads are approved for use:
Eapus XR-PE
1. Remove all traces of thermal grease from CPU using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab
and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent.
2. Apply small amount of thermal grease to center of CPU.
NOTE:
NOTE:
Force used during installation of thermal module is sufficient to spread grease
evenly over CPU top.
3. Install and secure four (4) non-captive screws to mainboard. (Figure 3-25).
4. Connect thermal module cable (A) to mainboard connector (B). (Figure 3-25).
5. Install the base cover.