F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Could you clarify what situation you're referring to? That way I can better understand and provide a relevant answer.

Could you clarify what situation you're referring to? That way I can better understand and provide a relevant answer.

Could you clarify what situation you're referring to? That way I can better understand and provide a relevant answer.

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Winner
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02-07-2023, 02:42 AM
#1
I applied thermal paste to the yellow contacts of the CPU. I attempted to clean it with water, but it didn’t remove effectively. Will it still function if some contacts have thermal paste already?
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Winner
02-07-2023, 02:42 AM #1

I applied thermal paste to the yellow contacts of the CPU. I attempted to clean it with water, but it didn’t remove effectively. Will it still function if some contacts have thermal paste already?

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EnderBoba
Junior Member
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02-07-2023, 11:28 AM
#2
Retrieve isopropyl alcohol at 72% or higher. Cleaning it with water can damage the CPU if moisture reaches the heat spreader.
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EnderBoba
02-07-2023, 11:28 AM #2

Retrieve isopropyl alcohol at 72% or higher. Cleaning it with water can damage the CPU if moisture reaches the heat spreader.

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flowerlover326
Member
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02-09-2023, 03:12 PM
#3
why?
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flowerlover326
02-09-2023, 03:12 PM #3

why?

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Taybaybay
Posting Freak
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02-13-2023, 03:45 PM
#4
Water heats up and conducts electricity somewhat. There are exposed capacitors present. The biological material might cause problems if the CPU damages its chip.
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Taybaybay
02-13-2023, 03:45 PM #4

Water heats up and conducts electricity somewhat. There are exposed capacitors present. The biological material might cause problems if the CPU damages its chip.

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Recognized
Junior Member
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02-14-2023, 09:30 AM
#5
Also unless it’s reduced, water holds salts that are slightly damaging and remain when it evaporates. You can safely wash electronics with distilled water, but make sure they’re completely dry before using any power again. Isopropyl alcohol is far simpler since it dries fast and doesn’t leave any traces.
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Recognized
02-14-2023, 09:30 AM #5

Also unless it’s reduced, water holds salts that are slightly damaging and remain when it evaporates. You can safely wash electronics with distilled water, but make sure they’re completely dry before using any power again. Isopropyl alcohol is far simpler since it dries fast and doesn’t leave any traces.

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OwlLover7
Member
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02-14-2023, 10:47 AM
#6
You can use any of these options—alcohol, acetone, or plastic safe contact cleaner spray—to remove it. Alcohol works well, acetone performs similarly or better, and the plastic safe cleaner is effective but pricier. You don’t need to buy anything new if you already have one of these on hand. After applying, make sure it dries completely before putting it in use.
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OwlLover7
02-14-2023, 10:47 AM #6

You can use any of these options—alcohol, acetone, or plastic safe contact cleaner spray—to remove it. Alcohol works well, acetone performs similarly or better, and the plastic safe cleaner is effective but pricier. You don’t need to buy anything new if you already have one of these on hand. After applying, make sure it dries completely before putting it in use.