Acer Aspire V5-573 - Replacing the Thermal Module (UMA)

3-80 Machine Maintenance Procedures
Replacing the Thermal Module (UMA) 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. Place the thermal module on the mainboard
4. Tighten three (3) captive screws (D) in numerical order from one (1) to three (3)
(Figure 3-98). Ensure the thermal module is properly aligned and seated.
Figure 3-98. Thermal Module (UMA) Screws
5. Tighten one (1) captive screw (E) (Figure 3-98).
D
1
2
3
E