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    Install fan/heatsink combo for alienware m5500

    Discussion in 'Alienware' started by alienmike, Aug 20, 2008.

  1. alienmike

    alienmike Newbie

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    I just bought a fan/heatsink combo to replace my defective fan. I was wondering, do I need to apply any thermo paste any where on the heatsink?
    I have an Alienware m5500 area-51 laptop.

    any advise will be appreciated.

    thanks,
    alienmike
     
    alienmike, Aug 20, 2008
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    it's better if you just use a good 17W/mk heatpad if it's not a cpu heatsink...
     
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    Wow! quick replies! thanks for the info! I will try it this weekend... :D
     
    alienmike, Aug 20, 2008
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