Hey, tech enthusiasts! Welcome to the HowFixit Channel. Today, we've got an exciting and practical DIY guide for you.
If your laptop sounds like a jet engine or feels hotter than the sun, stick around! This DIY guide empowers you to maintain your laptop's health without the need for professional assistance.
I'll show you step-by-step how to disassemble your Lenovo ThinkPad R61 laptop, clean out that dusty fan, and replace the thermal paste to fix those annoying CPU overheating and fan noise issues. Let's dive right in!
Before we dive into the disassembly process, gather the necessary tools: a small Phillips screwdriver, thermal paste, plastic pry tools, tweezers, and an antistatic brush.
In the video description below, you'll find useful links to acquire all the essential tools required for the repair process.
Begin by shutting down your laptop and disconnecting it from any power source. This ensures your safety during the disassembly process. Follow along with us in a clean, well-lit workspace.
Worried about choosing the right thermal paste - find a link in the description to our video testing various thermal greases, helping you make the best choice for your laptop.
If your laptop still overheating after maintenance - find useful links in the description to our bonus content on cooling pads and undervolting CPU and GPU for additional solutions. All links are provided in the Useful Links section!