Name: Acer Aspire 4738Z
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Replacing the Thermal Module

IMPORTANT:Apply a suitable thermal grease and ensure all heat pads are in place before replacing the

thermal module

The following thermal materials are approved for use:

• Thermal grease compound

• Eapus PSX-D

• Thermal pad

• LairdTech T-F-7

1. Remove all traces of thermal material from the CPU and thermal module using a lint-free cloth or cotton swab

and Isopropyl Alcohol, Acetone, or other approved cleaning agent.

2. Apply a new thermal pad or grease to the center of the processor(s) coming into contact with the thermal

module.

3. Align the screw holes on the thermal module to the screw posts on the mainboard, then replace the module.

Keep the module as level as possible when replacing.

4. Tighten the four (4) captive screws (in numerical order from 1 to 4) and replace the one (1) screw to secure the

CPU thermal module.

Step Size Quantity Screw Type

Thermal Module

Assembly

M2.5*4.0 (green

callout)

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