I had need of retrieving my old back up laptop from the loft as I had internet issues on my PC.
It got put away in its box, but it was retired due to its constant wanting to overheat.
I never had the time to look into it.
So, today, I thought it was time to sort it out.
I found a good guide grew a pair and set about it.
http://www.insidemylaptop.com/disassemble-dell-inspiron-1764-laptop/
Was pretty straight forward actually.
I also replaced the thermal paste while i was in there.
Man, the fan exhaust was blocked pretty solidly.
The fan has been turned over there, so the blockage on the fan matches with the clearer side of the vent.
It is running WAY happier now you will be surprised to know.
It is pretty handy having a backup laptop.
I guess the next decision is whether to keep this one or sell it and buy something that cools better or is easier to clean.
Might have to do some research.
It got put away in its box, but it was retired due to its constant wanting to overheat.
I never had the time to look into it.
So, today, I thought it was time to sort it out.
I found a good guide grew a pair and set about it.
http://www.insidemylaptop.com/disassemble-dell-inspiron-1764-laptop/
Was pretty straight forward actually.
I also replaced the thermal paste while i was in there.
Man, the fan exhaust was blocked pretty solidly.
The fan has been turned over there, so the blockage on the fan matches with the clearer side of the vent.
It is running WAY happier now you will be surprised to know.
It is pretty handy having a backup laptop.
I guess the next decision is whether to keep this one or sell it and buy something that cools better or is easier to clean.
Might have to do some research.