How To Change Your Computer's Heat Sink
Otis Cooper
Everyone really want a fast hot computer when we want to do
some business computing and when we want to play those high
speed games. But we don't want a fast and Hot computer in the
literal sense.
Heat will destroy any computer component if not removed in
time. And the CPU Chip is one of the main components of your
system that produces heat.
The heat sink has the all important task of keeping the CPU
Chip cool so it does not overheat. And there may be times when
the heat sink will fail to perform its job and must be changed.
Changing the heat sink on your central processing unit or CPU
chip is a simple job. And the best part is that you only need a
small screwdriver, cotton swabs, and some rubbing alcohol.
To change the heat sink remember to think safety first. This
means that you want to be sure you have clean hands, a clean
work place, and removing all static charge from your body by
touching a door knob or any other metal object.
Once you have a suitable work area and clean hands you should
now have a clean suitable mind as
well. Allow this task to be both educational and fun. To change
the heat sink perform the following.
Step 1.Unplug the computer and remove the cover from the System
Unit case.
Step 2. Find the CPU Chip and the heat sink will be on top. Find
the wires that go to the motherboard and very carefully unplug
them.
Step 3. Remove the old heat sink and cooling fan assembly. Most
Pentium based computers will have two levers that lock the heat
sink in place.
On older Pentium computers, the AMD Athlon and the Duron
processor, look for a ZIF or Zero Insertion Force socket where
the processor is mounted.
Gently release the clips by sliding a very small screwdriver
blade underneath it and lift the heat sink off the CPU. Take
great care here do you don't damage the cpu chip in any way.
Step 4. Once the old heat sink has been removed, clean away the
old thermal paste using cotton swabs and rubbing alcohol. Allow
time for the CPU to dry.
Step 5. Grab some thermal paste and squeeze a little onto the
top of the CPU. Only place enough to have a thin layer between
the CPU and Heat Sink.
Step 6. Before installing the new heat sink, clean the bottom
off with some warm, soapy water. Check to be sure the Heat Sink
is dry before installing it.
Step 7. Carefully line it up over the ZIF socket and processor
if so equipped. If the computer have the newer Pentium or Athlon
based chip, lock the two
clips holding the assembly.
Step 8. With the CPU and heat sink firmly in place, now its
time to re-connect the fan wires for the collong fan. Plug the
assembly into the motherboard.
Step 9. Check, double check, and after that, check some more to be
sure all connections are in place. See if the heat sink assembly
is well secured in its socket.
Step 10. Now replace the system unit cover, plug any peripherals
you disconnected. Start the PC and the computer should now
realize it has a new device in its system.
Once the computer has been booted up, check to be sure the
Operating System is working. If possible, look at rear of the
computer to see if the fan is operating as it should.
The Central Processing Unit is not the only heat producing
component in your computer. But since its the brains of any
computer, you want to be sure the heat sink performs at its
best.
Take the time to learn this procedure in detail by removing the
case and looking at the heat sink in your own computer. Knowing
how to perform this task can save you money should you need to
change your heat sink in the future.
About The Author: Otis F. Cooper is solely dedicated to
boosting the knowledge and confidence of every computer user.
Use his informative articles and videos to understand all about
the drives in your computer. Learn and see more at
http://www.ultimatepcrepair.com
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