Introduction
This guide will show you how to open the laptop to replace the Thermal Paste. This guide will also help you upgrade the RAM, SSD and CPU inside.
What you need
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Unlock and remove the back panel and battery.
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Disconnect, unscrew and remove the fan.
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Unscrew the 4 screws holding the CPU heatsink.
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Clean the old thermal paste from both the cooler and the CPU.
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It's also recommended to use compressed air to remove any dust in the laptop and the fan.
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Here you can upgrade the CPU if needed.
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Use only enough thermal paste to cover a portion of the pad. Use a spreader if you have one.
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Place the heatsink back into the unit carefully and tighten the screws in an "X" pattern to ensure even pressure. Don't forget to plug in the fan.
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Once you have the back cover opened, it is a good opportunity to upgrade the SSD and RAM.
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To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
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