How to do Thermal Paste?

velocity229 · Nov 28, 2008

I've ordered an i7 920 Processor. The cooler already has paste applied to it, which i believes smudges onto the processor once it is mounted.

My question is: Does this mean I don't have to add any extra Thermal Paste?

If I wanted to add thermal paste, how do I know precisely how much? I don't want to under-do or over-do it.

Thanks.

redduc900 · Nov 28, 2008

Yes, since the Intel HSF comes w/ thermal paste already applied, there's no need for you to apply any additional paste.

inkfx · Nov 28, 2008

When applying new thermal paste, just put a BB sized bead at the center of the CPU. Once you mount the heatsink it should spread the paste fairly even across the CPU.

To remove any paste just use some alcohol (isopropyl, acetone, or even a vodka

) and a cotton swab. That should get all the gunk off the heatsink and processor.

Kazappin · Nov 28, 2008

inkfx said:
When applying new thermal paste, just put a BB sized bead at the center of the CPU. Once you mount the heatsink it should spread the paste fairly even across the CPU.

To remove any paste just use some alcohol (isopropyl, acetone, or even a vodka ) and a cotton swab. That should get all the gunk off the heatsink and processor.

In addition to this, you can also squeeze your finger in a little plastic bag and smear it evenly over the surface of the CPU to ensure coverage.

Dapman02 · Nov 28, 2008

Kazappin said:
In addition to this, you can also squeeze your finger in a little plastic bag and smear it evenly over the surface of the CPU to ensure coverage.

While this is ok, I say the best way to do it for someone new to building a computer is to do it the bb way.

dicko555 · Nov 30, 2008

spreading it over the CPU is I believe not the best way of doing it as it often creates small pockets of air that expand when they get hot. so you end up with a less than satisfactory result.
Different TIM's recommend what works best for them, this is often the best way to go.

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