Why is my computer overheating and locking up?
Need new fan???
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If the fans are not running you need a new fan.
But this machine has some serious milage, I would guess that the thermal paste is due for a replacement.
Folow these guides if you want to try that:
Guide
iBook G4 12" 800 MHz-1.2 GHz Heat Sink Replacement
Difficulty:
Difficult
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1 - 2 hours
Guide
How to Apply Thermal Paste
Difficulty:
Moderate
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5 - 20 minutes
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