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Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement

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  1. Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement, Heatsink: step 1, image 1 of 2 Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement, Heatsink: step 1, image 2 of 2
    • Remove the sidepanel by unscrewing the two screws fastening the panel on the rear. Once unscrewed, slide the panel towards the rear until it releases then lift away.

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  2. Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
    • Unplug the CPU fan connector from the motherboard.

    • Then open the latch under the CPU fan and unhook the metal fasteners.

    • Lift the CPU heatsink and cable off of the CPU carefully.

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  3. Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 3 Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 3 Asus CM1745 Heatsink Replacement: step 3, image 3 of 3
    • Clean both the CPU top and the heatsink bottom by slightly moistening a paper towel with rubbing alcohol and rubbing lightly.

    • Grab your thermal paste and put a pea-sized amount in the middle of the CPU top.

    • Gently replace the heatsink on top of the CPU and re-lock the heatsink fasteners.

    • Replug the CPU Fan connector to the motherboard header.

    • Check out the How to Apply Thermal Paste guide for more details and best practices.

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Conclusion

Replug the computer and turn it on. If the fan spins, reattach the sidepanels and the replacement is complete.

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