Compaq XL183 - Manual (Page 92)

P RESARIO N OTEBOOK M AINTENANCE AND S ERVICE G UIDE 1800 S ERIES R EMOVAL AND R EPLACEMENT 23
Presario 1800 Series
Models: XL180, XL181, XL182, XL183, XL185,
and XL190, XL191, XL192
Removing the Heatspreader
To remove the Heatspreader, complete the following steps:
1. Prepare the Notebook for disassembly ( pg 11 ).
2. Remove the Palmrest cover with TouchPad ( pg 14 ).
3. Remove the keyboard ( pg 17 ).
4. Remove six screws from the Heatspreader and lift out of the chassis.
To replace the Heatspreader, reverse these procedures.
Note: If the thermal pads on the Heatspreader are missing or damaged, a new
Heatspreader should be installed.
Important: Before installing a new Heatspreader, remove the plastic covering from
the thermal pads.
Å WARNING: To prevent damage, do not use excessive force when replacing the
screws.