How to Raise LENOVO G560 CPU Fan Speeds on a Lenovo Laptop

If your business requires you to do a lot of work from your Lenovo laptop, you've probably noticed an occasional issue with overheating. Running several intensive programs on your laptop can raise the CPU temperature, causing the LENOVO G560 CPU Fan to engage. You may need to raise the speed of the fans from time to time to rapidly cool the CPU and prevent a sudden shutdown. You can boost CPU fan speed from your laptop's BIOS menu.

Step 1
Install the latest BIOS update on your laptop if necessary. This update can be downloaded free from the Lenovo Support page (link in Resources).

Step 2
Turn off your computer after you've installed the update. Turn the computer back on. When the boot screen appears, press and hold the "Delete" key to load the BIOS settings menu.

Step 3
Press the directional arrows on your keyboard to select "System Monitor." Press "Enter." Select "Fan Control" and then select "CPU Fan Speed Control."

Step 4
Switch the control from "Automatic" to "Manual." This allows you to manually control the CPU fan speed by percentage.

Step 5
Enter the desired percentage at which the fan should run. To run at full speed, enter "100" for 100 percent. You should only run fans at full speed for long enough to effectively cool the CPU.

Step 6
Press the "F10" key to reboot the computer and raise the speed of your CPU cooling fans. To return the fan speed to normal, repeat the above procedure but switch the LENOVO G560 CPU Fan control back to the "Automatic" setting.

What Causes LENOVO B575 Screen to Flicker?

Whether your LENOVO B575 Screen flickers occasionally or continuously, it's not only a distraction but it could mean that a hardware problem has developed. Troubleshooting the exact cause of a flickering screen can be challenging, but the cause may be something as minor as a loose cable.

Inverter Board
The inverter board provides the laptop's backlight lamp power. It does this by converting AC current to DC. If the inverter board is shorting out or failing, it could cause your laptop screen to flicker.

Backlight Lamp
The backlight lamp provides light to the LCD or LED laptop screen. LCD laptop screens generally use CCFL backlights, while LED screens use LED backlights. Your laptop's screen may flicker if the backlight lamp is failing or if the power cable from the inverter board is not securely connected.

Loose Cables
Your laptop screen can flicker if the connection between components is not secure. The easiest way to test for loose cables is to slowly open and shut the LENOVO B575 Screen while looking to see if this causes more or less flickering. If you are able to position the screen at an angle at which it stops flickering, this is a good indicator that your laptop may have a loose cable connection.

Replace or Repair
Once you've determined whether your laptop has a faulty inverter or backlight, or a loose cable, you can replace the part or repair the connection. Manufacturers typically advise that you should bring the laptop to a repair shop for service, but if you are confident that you can do it yourself, visit the manufacturer's website for documentation detailing the procedure.

Can You Clean the Contact Between a CPU & Fan?

Step 1
Unplug the ASUS CPU Fan power cord from the motherboard and unscrew or unlock the connectors holding it down -- there is usually one in each corner. Pull it straight out of your computer case.

Step 2
Release the lever holding your CPU down, and then push the metal strips that were holding it down all the way back. Grip two corners of the CPU with two fingers, and then lift it straight out of the computer case.

Step 3
Set the CPU and CPU fan contact sides up on a clean paper towel. Dampen another paper towel or coffee filter with isopropyl alcohol, and then carefully wipe the thermal paste off the contact areas of your CPU and CPU fan. If necessary, dampen a cotton swab with the isopropyl alcohol to clean it out of any crevices it got into. When done, wait a moment for the CPU and CPU fan to dry completely.

Step 4
Put the CPU in the desired computer's CPU slot, and then lock it into place with the lever on the motherboard. Squeeze a small amount -- a bit smaller than pea-sized -- of new thermal paste onto the center of the CPU's metal plate.

Step 5
Position your CPU fan over the CPU, and then line up its four connectors with the four connections on the motherboard. Push it into place, and then lock the connectors in to secure it. The new thermal paste will spread to cover the contact areas on the CPU and ASUS CPU Fan. They are now ready for use.

How to Test a APPLE CPU Fan

Testing an Installed Fan

Step 1
Download and install SpeedFan. This program uses data provided by sensors in your computer's hardware to display information about the temperatures of various components and the speed at which the APPLE CPU Fan for those components are rotating.
Step 2
Launch SpeedFan and wait a few minutes for it to retrieve data.
Step 3
Examine the information presented in the main program window. The speed at which your computer's fans are rotating, measured in revolutions per minute, is on the left side of the window, while temperatures of various components are on the right side. The RPM data for the CPU fan is listed first, but may be labeled differently depending on the data sent by your hardware.
Step 4
Check the RPM data for your CPU fan and compare it with the normal RPM range listed in the manual or specifications sheet for it. A particularly low RPM number may indicate your fan is failing.
Step 5
Click the "Charts" tab, select "Fan Speeds" using the drop-down menu and place a check mark next to the label corresponding to your CPU fan to begin generating a chart of the variation in the fan's speed. Leave the program running for some time while you use your computer. Later, check the chart; a significant variation in the RPM number, in the order of 1000 to 2000, may also indicate a failing fan.

Testing a Fan Separately

Step 1
Remove the power supply from your computer, disconnecting all cables. If you have access to a spare working power supply, using that one instead will save you the time spent disconnecting it and reconnecting it.
Step 2
Check the power supply for a three-pin fan connector. Many modern power supplies have this connector; if your power supply lacks it, you will need to purchase a four-pin Molex to four-pin Molex plus three-pin fan splitter cable.
Step 3
Bend or cut a metal paper clip to create a "U" shape.
Step 4
Identify the 24-pin main power connector and locate a green wire and a black wire.
Step 5
Insert one end of the U-shaped paper clip into the pin corresponding to the green wire and the other into the pin corresponding to the black wire.
Step 6
Connect the fan you want to test to the power supply using the three-pin fan connector and, if necessary, the splitter cable.
Step 7
Plug the power supply into an electric socket using the appropriate power cable and, if necessary, turn it on using the switch on the back of it. Check whether APPLE CPU Fan on the power supply is spinning to ensure it is on.
Step 8
Check if the fan you are testing is spinning, if it's making any odd noises, stuttering or abruptly changing speeds.

How to Close the Laptop and Not LENOVO Screen

To reduce power consumption, most laptops turn off LENOVO G560 Screen and put the computer to sleep when the lid is closed. Sometimes, depending on the power options, the computer might even shut down completely. While these settings are useful for maintaining battery life, they can be a major inconvenience in a business setting. If you are collaborating with your workers and need to move the laptop around frequently, you should alter the power options to reduce downtime.

Step 1
Click "Start" and select "Control Panel" from the Windows Start menu. Click "Hardware and Sound," then click "Power Options."

Step 2
Select "Change What Closing the Lid Does" from the left pane. Choose "Do Nothing" from the drop-down menus to the right of "When I Close the Lid."

Step 3
Click "Save Changes" to keep the screen on when you close the laptop.

LENOVO Laptop Screen Is Distorted & Green

LENOVO Y410 screen can sometimes be more difficult to troubleshoot than desktop screens as laptop screens are more subject to physical problems than desktop screens. Because of the portable nature of a laptop, the odds are increased that the screen will get bumped or the computer dropped, even in an office environment. If your screen is distorted or displaying strange colors, you could be dealing with physical damage.

Universal Error
First, you need to determine whether or not the issue with distortion or strange colors on your laptop is specific to the operating system of if the problem exists in every mode on the computer. Power the laptop down and wait a few seconds before turning it on. As soon as you press the power button, look for a message saying “Press X to enter system setup,” where “X” is a key specific to your computer. Tap the corresponding button to enter the system setup program and look for the same issues here; if the picture is still distorted and green, you probably have a hardware problem. If the picture looks fine here, the issue is with Windows.

Windows Resolution Settings
If the error with your screen is specific to Windows, the issue might be a video driver or a Windows setting; when Windows loads, it loads specific software that controls the video output on your laptop, and if this software is corrupted or if its settings have changed, the picture may display strangely. Right-click anywhere in the Desktop and choose “Display” to access video settings. Click “Adjust resolution” and then choose the setting that says “Recommended” beside it, which will choose the best setting for your particular display and should correct distortion. Click “Apply” to save these settings.

Driver Issues
In addition to controlling the resolution of the video output, your video driver controls colors on your laptop screen. If the driver is corrupt or if Windows can’t find the correct driver -- which may happen after a software update -- then the picture will appear in a reduced color mode. Click in the top-right corner of Windows and then choose “Control Panel.” Select “Hardware and Sound” and then choose “Device Manager” to launch Device Manager. Right-click on “Display” and then choose “Properties,” then click on the “Driver” tab and choose “Update driver” to have Windows search for a new driver for your video card.

Physical Issues
Ultimately, you may have to determine whether or not the discoloration and distortion is an issue with your LENOVO Y410 screen or if the problem is specific to your computer’s video card. You can use any of the external monitors in your office to test your laptop. Connect the monitor to the monitor port on the laptop while the computer is on. Press the “Function” key along the top row of your keyboard to toggle an external display; this key is different on each manufacture’s laptop. If the external display has the same problems, your computer’s video card or software is the problem. If the external display doesn’t have the same problem, the issue is with your laptop’s display, which may need to be replaced.

Clean a ACER Aspire Keyboard

ACER notebooks are portable devices that can be carried everywhere and used in all kinds of settings. Their keyboards tend to accumulate dirt and grime over time. A regular cleaning would be the first step to preventing keys from getting stuck or repeatedly typing the same letters. It would also prolong the life of your ACER Aspire notebook. Maintenance is one cost-cutting measure that could save you unnecessary future repairs.

Clean a ACER Aspire One D255 Keyboard

Lift the right corner of your notebook's hinge cover using a flat-blade screwdriver. Pry it loose from the notebook's base.

Remove the ACER Aspire One D255 Keyboard by unscrewing the two M2.5 x 5 mm screws located atop your keyboard. Fragile keycaps can easily be dislodged but are difficult to replace, so exercise care.

Rotate the keyboard slowly up and forward toward your display screen. You will see the keyboard connector below it. This has a delicate ribbon cable with a plastic bar.

Release the ACER Aspire One D255 Keyboard cable from its attachment to the keyboard connector.

Rotate the plastic bar of the keyboard connector forward toward the front of your display.

Detach the entire ACER Aspire Keyboard from the notebook's base.

Spray compressed air lightly on your keyboard to loosen debris from keys.

Wipe gently but thoroughly in between key slots and all plastic portions using a cotton swab dipped in rubbing alcohol. Avoid dampening any wire connections.

Reattach the whole keyboard after cleaning. Hook the tabs on the lower portion near the palm rest and gently press the right upper portion of your keyboard to snap it back into place. Firmly replace the two screws using the screwdriver.

How to Repair a Scratched LENOVO Laptop Screen

The portable nature of laptops make them very useful, but also more susceptible to damage. Repairing the damage is often also costly because all the laptop components are integrated. The LENOVO B575 screen of a laptop is particularly prone to scratches. Instead of paying to replace the scratched screen, you may be able to repair the damage, provided that it is not too severe, and save your business some money. When attempting the repairs, take the proper precautions to avoid doing even more damage.

Step 1
Mix Isopropyl alcohol, also known as rubbing alcohol, with distilled water. The mixture should be 50/50. Use distilled water, as normal tap water can contain harsh chemicals that will do more harm than good.

Step 2
Power down your laptop and let the screen cool down before you attempt the repairs.

Step 3
Apply the cleaning mixture to the scratched screen using a clean cotton cloth. Do not use any type of abrasive cloth, as this will cause further scratches.

Step 4
Clean the screen gently but thoroughly. Do not leave any dirt or grime on the screen. Do not apply too much pressure to the LENOVO B575 screen while cleaning.

Step 5
Coat a cotton swab with petroleum jelly, and then gently apply it to the scratched area. Continue rubbing the petroleum jelly into the scratched surface until it is filled.

Step 6
Gently remove the excess petroleum jelly around the area where the scratch is, but take care not to wipe it out of the scratch. The petroleum jelly should cover the scratch and make it less noticeable. Repeat this process when the petroleum jelly wears off.

How to replace LENOVO Screen

How to take an LENOVO G560 Screen off of a laptop and reconnect a new one.

When the screen on a laptop breaks, it can be a very intimidating problem indeed for those who have never taken a laptop apart in the past before,

In this Instructable i hope to dispel a part of that mystery in an effort to empower you so you can repair your own laptop next time it breaks.

Things you will need
a small phillips head Screw driver
a few small cups or containers (for the many screws on your laptop)
a small flat head screw driver (for the plastic clips on the top bezel)
and a Replacement screen ( the most expensive part, but if you look in craigslist you can get a broken laptop with a working screen fairly easy and replace your broken machine with the working parts from the other broken laptop)

or you can go through your laptop manufacturer to order a new LENOVO G560 Screen. (usually not cheap)

One more note. by perfoming these actions you will be voiding your warranty assuming you have any left on the machine. if you do have a warranty on the machine, just send it out to the Depot and get it fixed for free.
if you have no more warranty then forget the above and get ready to get our hands dirty =D the laptops already broken any way what more can you do to it =P

also, before touching any circuits or any thing its good to ground yourself to dispel any static electricity you may have on you. so touch some bare metal Or if you have it pull out your anti static strap and make good use of it. 

How to Clean LENOVO Screen

Today everyone has their own computer and of course everyone wants to keep their computer clean. Cleaning LENOVO B575 Screen can be tricky, just like cleaning a window: it is easy to leave marks and sometimes after cleaning it seems like the screen became even dirtier. And no matter how hard you try to clean it, the marks stay. Isn't it annoying? Besides, you need to be careful and not get moisture inside your laptop. In this article we offer you a few extremely helpful tips and tricks on how to clean your computer screen. These methods will work for other devices you may have. Read instructions below to learn more.

There is a plenty of special screen cleaning tools, worst comes to worst, you can bring your machine to a salon where they will clean it for you. If you don't have time or / and money to go to the salon or buy special stuff for cleaning, then this article is for you.

As you already know, there are two types of monitors:

CRT - ones with cathode ray tube;
LCD or liquid crystalline ones.
First you need to think about your computer / monitor safety - the most important thing. So here are some rules you need to follow to keep your screen and laptop safe:

Unplug the computer. Keep an eye on all the wires just to be sure;
CRT screen with a cathode ray tube should be unplugged at least two hours before you clean it. Unplug the screen and the system block itself (just pressing a button is not enough). You are going to need soap for children, lint-free napkins and clean water - 30 degrees (Celsius) or 86 degrees (Fahrenheit).
Now you can start the cleaning process. Be very careful cleaning LCD monitors, as they are easily damaged (to be exact, their liquid-crystal matrix is easily damaged).

Guidelines:

Make sure you unplugged computer and monitor is off for at least 2 hours.
Take a napkin / paper towel and wet it in the water (it should be just a little wet, it shouldn't be dripping).
Gently wipe the surface of the screen, don't press too hard.
Wet the other napkin in prepared water and apply a little bit soap to it. Make sure it is a little wet and not dripping.
Carefully wipe the screen with a soapy napkin, work the screen from the top down. Pay attention to the spots, wipe them off.
Take another napkin and wet it in the water.
Carefully wipe the screen with the third napkin and make sure there is no soap left. Pay attention to the corners of the screen, soap can gather there.
Take a new napkin, a dry one. Gently wipe the scree, work from the bottom up.
Carefully look at the screen at the different angles and make sure there are no marks or spots left. If everything looks fine, then consider cleaning the LENOVO B575 Screen almost over. If you still see marks or a little dirt, remove them with a clean dry napkin.
Make sure everything is nice and clean.
Put the soap and napkins back on the shelves where they belong, make sure there is no water on your work desk. Plug in.

Don'ts

Don't get water in your computer. If you do, wait a day before plugging it in, as it should be dry.
Don't forget to unplug it.

LENOVO Y560 Screen Panel Laptop Screen

LENOVO Y560 Screen Panel Laptop Screen


Please ensure the product(s) that you are going to buy fits the brand, model and part number of your device！high quality and best service！Brand New with 1 Year Warranty.

LENOVO Y410 Screen Panel Laptop Screen

LENOVO Y410 Screen Panel Laptop Screen


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How to Keep Your LENOVO Laptop and Screen in a Good Shape

It is important to take a good care of your laptop. The prevention of problems are easier and better than fixing them after they happen. You may safeguard your notebook and LENOVO Y410 screen by using with care.

1.Keep your notebook in a open area that has a good air circulation during the power on. Store it in a well circulated area too.

2.Keep drinks and any liquids away from your notebook because short circuits by liquid destroy notebooks often. Also keep any food away from your notebook. Do not eat over because the crumbs go in the keyboard that cause the keys fail eventually. Wash your hands before using your notebook. Avoid leaving dirt and stains on the touchpad and keys.

3.Be careful with the LCD screen. It is especially vulnerable. Close the lid gently holding two sides. Make sure there is nothing left on the keyboard. Hold and lift your notebook by its base, not by its LCD screen. Avoid scratching and putting pressure on the LENOVO Y410 screen. If LCD screen is broken, you can easily replace the screen for about $50-100 from laptop screen company.

4.When bringing your notebook from colder place to warmer, do not turn it on immediately. Let it warm a few hours first. Do not leave your notebook unattended in a car.

5.Do not disconnect the plug from the power socket by pulling on the power cord. Plug in external connectors and devices into their proper slots. Insert drives into their slots carefully, in right position, and at the correct angle. Try to keep the cord and all wires away from the floor and your legs.

6.Use a special case when you carry the notebook. Do not drop the notebook. Its internal parts are very fragile.

7.Clean your notebook regularly. Shut it down before cleaning. You may use an old tooth brush to rid of the dust in the area around the fan.

How to Make LENOVO Screens Readable Outdoors

It's a beautiful day outside and you've got a laptop. Why not trade in your office for your backyard? It sounds lovely until you actually sit down and realize that the sunlight that drew you out is also making your LENOVO R61 screen impossible to see. If you'd like to sit outside and type to the tune of the whistling birds and the sit amidst the warm breeze, here is how to improve the outdoor laptop experience.

1.Use a laptop with a matte screen. If you have a choice among laptops, or if you're shopping and want to keep your penchant for the outdoors in mind, look for laptops with screens that have a matte finish. Those with a glossy finish might look nicer indoors, but they'll reflect the sun all too well if you take them outside.

2.Work in the shade. Either find a spot under a tree, or set up a large beach umbrella. Not only will this make your laptop screen easier to see, but it'll also keep your laptop from overheating (especially if it's black). If you'd rather keep your body in the sun, keep only the laptop in the shade, and wear a hat with a brim to keep the sun from shining right in your eyes.

3.Hike up the luminosity (brightness) in your laptop's display settings. And since high luminosity usually means high power consumption (LENOVO R61 screen need the most energy in a laptop) you'll probably need to depend on an outlet, rather than a laptop battery. Bring an extension cord.

4.Consider either buying or making a 'laptop hood'. This is white on the outside (to reduce heat buildup) and black on the inside (to reduce glare).

5.Wear a dark colored shirt, it will not reflect the sunlight onto the display.

Warnings with cleaning the LENOVO Screen

If in doubt, test a small area of LENOVO Y430 Screen first.

Do not use paper towels, they are made with wood fiber and can scratch the LCD screen.

Use only enough pressure to hold your cleaning wipe on the screen. NEVER press hard, scrub, or scour when cleaning an LCD screen all these actions can cause permanent damage to the screen.

Many manufacturers are recommending using either a soft, lint free dry cloth or to use a commercially available cleaning kit designed specifically for use on LCD screens. You can find a link to one such source in sources and links near the bottom of this page.

Avoid using products such as Windex because these contain ammonia, alcohol, or both and they can degrade the LCD panel.

Using a lint-free microfiber cloth is best, an "old T-shirt" or other soft cloth can introduce dust and lint which may be detrimental to the computer itself.

The single use wet/dry LCD cleaning wipes that are commercially available solve the problems mentioned above and one more not mentioned. The wet wipe is moistened with the correct amount of cleaning solution so that you cannot have drips or runs on your screen. The wipes in the kit are lint free and do not leave streaks when used according to directions. Finally, a single use wipe totally eliminates the possibility of cross contamination. This happens when a wipe or cloth is used on more than one device or is reused multiple times as is suggested above. If the cloth used for cleaning becomes contaminated in storage between cleanings, you can do permanent damage to a very expensive LCD or Plasma TV with just one wipe! For the price, the elimination of risk, and just plain old peace of mind, a single use wet/dry wipe system is by far your best choice for cleaning LCD monitors, TVs, Plasma TVs, and any LENOVO Y430 Screen.

Shut down your laptop, unplug it from the power adapter, and remove the battery before cleaning it or you risk damaging the pixels in the LCD display.

How to Clean LENOVO Screen with Household Products

Wipe with a Moist Cloth

1.Turn the computer off and unplug the power adapter and battery.

2.Dampen a soft cloth with water. Apply a little water to a soft microfiber cloth, making the cloth barely moist.
Only use soft cloth. A static-free, fiber-free cloth works best, but most non-abrasive cloths will also work well. Do not, however, use paper towels, dish towels, or other rough cloths.
Do not drench the cloth in water. A soaked cloth is more likely to drip excess water into the machine, which could cause serious damage to your computer. If you accidentally use too much water, wring the cloth out well until it is only slightly moist.

For best results, use distilled water instead of tap water. Tap water contains minerals, and some of these minerals can be conductive. As a result, tap water is more likely to cause a short than distilled water.
Do not, under any circumstance, spray water directly onto LENOVO B575 Screen of the Macbook Pro.This significantly increases your odds of getting water into the machine, thereby making a short more likely. Only use water if you apply it with a soft cloth.

3.Wipe down the screen. Wipe the screen from side to side and top to bottom, working in small circular buffing motions. Apply sturdy but slight pressure to the screen as you work.
Hold the screen toward the very top or very bottom to avoid re-smudging it as you work.
You may need to pass over LENOVO B575 Screen multiple times before all the smudges have been removed. You may also need to re-dampen the cloth as you work, depending on how many passes over the screen you need to make.

How to Clean a LENOVO Screen

Do you miss that shiny new laptop look or can't stand the thought of the misguided executive image? Here's how to brew your own LENOVO B575 Screen cleaning kit using simple household ingredients. Please read ALL the warnings in the section farther down in this article before attempting to clean any LCD screen! These days, most manufacturers are no longer recommending using products that contain ANY alcohol, ammonia, or other strong solvents on LCD screens. If you take great care in the selection of the ingredients for your solution, the containers you are going to mix your solution in, and your choice of cleaning cloths, it is possible to clean your LCD screen with household products. If you are unsure about ANY of the pieces mentioned above, then your safest path is to purchase a package of single use wet/dry commercially available wipes that are designed, and tested, specifically for cleaning LCD and Plasma screens.

1.Create a gentle cleaning solution. The ideal solution is plain distilled water. If more heavy cleaning is needed a 50/50 mix of white vinegar and distilled water can also be effective.

2.Put the solution in a small atomizer bottle, the type that you push from the top to get a fine mist. Don't use this to spray on the screen itself, however.

3.Apply a minimal amount of the solution to very soft cloth such as a cotton cloth (e.g. an old T-shirt), a lint-free microfiber cloth, a disposable cloth (such as a soft, non-woven compress or disposable wipe from the drugstore with no cleaning agents added) or similar. A large cloth (or several disposable wipes) is best, since it will help to reduce the risk of leaving streaks across the screen from finger pressure. Do not make the cloth wet, only moist. A wet cloth can drip or run when cleaning the screen and the solution can weep behind the bezel and permanently damage your screen!

4.Wipe the cloth against the LENOVO B575 Screen in a circular, or other consistent motion. Rapid circular movements generally eliminate streaks. Apply a gentle and even pressure to the cloth. Use only enough pressure to keep the cloth in contact with the screen. Take care not to press your fingers into the cloth or screen. Applying too much force when cleaning the screen can permanently damage the LCD matrix rendering your screen unusable.

How to Install a LENOVO CPU Fan

You don't need an electrical engineering degree to properly install a fan on your CPU. As is the case when installing many PC components, however, the procedure involves some subtleties that can have a measurable impact on the computer's performance.

Simply latching on a LENOVO G560 CPU Fan without doing additional prep work may result in a seemingly perfect, working system. However, if you take some extra time to thoroughly clean the CPU’s integrated heat spreader and heat sink, prime their surfaces, and properly install a high-quality thermal interface material, your CPU's temperatures will be lower--sometimes much lower. And lower CPU temperatures often result in a quieter system that’s also more stable and overclockable, if that’s your thing. A fan chip is likely to hold up longer under sustained use, too.

With all of the potential benefits to a properly installed CPU fan, we thought it would be a good idea to take you through the installation process, step by step, with both AMD- and Intel-based systems. Keep in mind that while we focus on desktop processors here, the steps outlined in this article generally apply to all types of processors, and to other chips that require heat sinks to aid in cooling.

Installing a Fan on an AMD Processor
Although current AMD desktop processors make use of a few different socket types (AM2, AM3, AM3+ and FM1), the CPU-fan installation process is similar for them all.

Ensure that your AMD processor is fully inserted into its socket.

Step 1: Ensure That the CPU Is Fully Inserted Into Its Socket

Unless something is obstructing the processor and preventing it from being perfectly seated in its socket, the chip should sit flat and level. To be certain it’s installed correctly, lift the socket retention lever and apply a bit of downward pressure on the CPU. Then, while applying the pressure, lower the lever to lock the CPU into place. Finally, perform a final visual inspection to confirm that the CPU is fully seated and flat against the socket.

Step 2: Clean the CPU and Heat-Sink Surfaces

For the base of the fan’s heat sink to make optimal contact with the CPU’s integrated heat spreader, both surfaces must be clean and free from contaminants or particles. Use a lint-free cloth and a small amount of isopropyl alcohol (or an alcohol-based cleaner safe for use on electronics, which won’t leave behind any residue), to clean the base of the heat sink and the top of the CPU’s integrated heat spreader. It’s important to remove adhesive or any other potential contaminants that may prevent the surfaces from mating properly.

Carefully clean the CPU and prime it before installing the heat sink.

Step 3: Prime the CPU and Heat-Sink Surfaces With Thermal Paste

Some people argue that this step is unnecessary, but we’ve been doing it for years with great success. The reason for using a thermal interface material, or TIM, between the heat sink and CPU is to minimize or eliminate any potential air gaps. The TIM is a better conductor of heat than air is, and it acts as a medium to facilitate the migration of heat from the CPU to the heat sink. Priming the surfaces with a small amount of thermal paste (our TIM of choice) will fill in the microscopic imperfections in the metal that may not be filled by the final application of thermal interface material as the heat sink compresses it. Priming the surfaces also lubricates them somewhat, and helps to ensure that the final application of TIM spreads more easily and more evenly when compressed.

To prime the CPU’s integrated heat spreader and the heat sink’s base, apply a very small amount of thermal paste to each and rub it into their surfaces with a circular motion, as if you were waxing a car. The goal is to work the paste into the imperfections in the surface, until you’re left with what looks like a slight haze in the metal.

Use a very small amount of thermal paste on the CPU.

Step 4: Apply the Thermal Interface Material

With the CPU’s integrated heat spreader and the heat sink’s base clean and primed, it’s time to apply some thermal interface material, preferably a high-quality ceramic or silver-based thermal paste. On the center of the CPU’s integrated heat spreader, apply a small amount of thermal paste--just enough to cover the metal surface with a paper-thin layer of paste when spread out. A drop barely larger than a BB but smaller than a pea will do. You do not want gobs of extra paste to ooze from the sides when you mount the heat sink. The goal is to use the least amount of thermal paste possible to cover the surface of the integrated heat spreader, eliminate any air gaps, and allow maximum thermal transfer between the integrated heat spreader and the heat sink. Using too much thermal paste can hinder performance, so be judicious in its application.

Try to mount the fan so that there are no air gaps between it and the CPU.

Step 5: Mount the CPU fan

Most air fans for AMD processors use a simple clip/latching mechanism to secure the heat-sink assemblies to the socket. The installation process involves lowering the heat sink in place, latching two clips to the mounting bracket around the CPU socket, and firmly securing the heat sink with whatever locking mechanism is installed on the fan, typically a lever with a cam or screws.

The fan we used, a model from Thermaltake, had a simple lever with a cam. To install it, we lowered it into position, being careful to hold it level and parallel to the CPU’s surface to ensure that the thermal paste spread evenly in all directions. Then, we positioned the metal clips over the hooks on the mounting bracket, and while applying a bit of downward pressure on the heat sink, we moved the lever into the locked position. The cam on the lever engages with a metal place on the mounting bracket, and applies constant downward pressure on the heat sink so that it makes good contact with the CPU surface.

Finally, plug the cooling fan’s connector into the LENOVO G560 CPU Fan header on the motherboard, and you’re done.