Lenovo Thinkpad T430 Fan and Heat Sink Replacement
Duration: 45 minutes
Steps: 9 Steps
Step 1
– Flip your laptop over so its underside is looking up at you—it’s about to get some attention.
– Find the battery unlock lever and slide it to the right like you’re unlocking a secret compartment.
– Now, with a gentle but confident pull, slide that battery out of the device—it’s officially free!
Step 2
– Time to get cozy with your tools! First, grab your trusty Phillips #000 screwdriver and unscrew those two little screws that keep the RAM door snug as a bug.
– Next up, let’s pop off the back panel and take a peek inside.
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Step 3
– Unscrew those two screws in the middle panel using a trusty Phillips #000 screwdriver. You’re doing great—keep it up!
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Step 4
Ease up on that ribbon cable – it’s not a tug-of-war! Disconnect it before you take the keyboard out completely, or you might leave your device a little worse for wear. Keep it cool and take your time!
– Flip that laptop over and pop the lid open like you’re unveiling a treasure chest.
– Give the keyboard a nudge forward from the space bar while gently pressing down—watch it rise like magic!
– Carefully unplug and detach the ribbon cable, treating it like the fragile little thing it is.
Step 5
– Flip the device over and get ready to unleash your inner tech wizard! It’s time to unscrew those six screws holding the palm rest in place. You’ve got this!
Step 6
– Turn the device over to its front side and carefully take out the two screws that are keeping the palm rest snugly in place.
Step 7
Give it a gentle touch! Yanking too hard on that ribbon band could spell trouble for your device. Make sure to gently disconnect the ribbon band nestled beneath the keyboard before you part ways with the palm rest. Keep it cool and take your time!
– Alright, with the top of your device looking right at you, give it a friendly tilt of about 45 degrees upwards to get a good look at those sneaky clips holding the palm rest in place.
– Grab your trusty Jimmy and gently coax the palm rest away from the device body—no need to rush, just a gentle touch!
– Starting at the hinge, lift that palm rest with care, and just before you fully remove it, don’t forget to unclip the ribbon band hiding under the mouse pad. It’s like a little surprise waiting for you!
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Step 8
– Head back to the front of your device – you’re making great progress!
– Next, remove the screws that are holding the speakers in place on both the left and right sides. This will help you access the internal components.
– Lift those speakers out of the device’s body. You’re one step closer to getting your device up and running again.
Step 9
– First up, let’s tackle those four screws keeping the heat sink cozy in its spot. Unscrew them like a pro!
– Next, give that fan cable a gentle unplug. It’s like saying goodbye for a bit!
– Now, with care and a touch of finesse, lift the heat sink away from your device. You’re doing great!
