I made contact with the underside of my CPU (Intel LGA 1700).
I made contact with the underside of my CPU (Intel LGA 1700).
Clean the surface with a soft cloth and isopropyl alcohol, ensuring it’s completely dry before putting it back in (it usually dries instantly, though lower concentrations may take longer). A quick wipe with a dry cloth usually suffices unless there’s a noticeable smudge.
Yes, it will only dry a bit slower than 91%. I've tried both over the years without any problems, especially when cleaning CPUs and GPUs.
Avoid using materials with loose fibers to prevent additional clutter.