HP ProBook 650 G1 Thermal Paste Replacement

ID: 220745

Description: This guide will show you how to open the laptop...

Steps:

1. Unlock and remove the back panel and battery.
2. Disconnect, unscrew and remove the fan.
3. Unscrew the 4 screws holding the CPU heatsink.

4. Clean the old thermal paste from both the cooler and the CPU.
5. Use isopropyl alcohol and cotton swabs or paper towel, but be careful not to press too hard on the CPU.
6. It's also recommended to use compressed air to remove any dust in the laptop and the fan.
7. Here you can upgrade the CPU if needed.
8. Use only enough thermal paste to cover a portion of the pad. Use a spreader if you have one.
9. The thermal paste will apply evenly after you tighten the heatsink.
10. 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.

11. Once you have the back cover opened, it is a good opportunity to upgrade the SSD and RAM.