Introduction
If your CPU is causing your laptop to be unresponsive, or if it is overheating and running at a slower speed, then this guide can be used to replace it in about 30 minutes. You will need a Flathead 3.0 Screwdriver, a Phillips #01 Screwdriver, an iFixit opening tool, and tweezers.
What you need
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Lift the computer up and slowly pull the battery straight out from the device.
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Remove the four 5.0mm screws with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Remove the one external 5.0mm screw with a Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Remove the fan cover.
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Remove the four 0.1mm screws using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Remove the one thicker 0.1 mm screw using the Phillips #1 screwdriver.
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Tool used on this step:Tweezers$4.99
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Remove the wire bay near the fan.
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Use the long nosed tweezers to carefully handle the white plastic piece that holds the wires together.
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Gently pull upward while moving your hand side to side so the plastic holder will detach.
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Using the flathead screwdriver, turn the one screw counterclockwise to loosen the CPU, but do not remove the screw.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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