Looking for assistance swapping your Intel stock cooler for a Hyper 212 Evo?
Looking for assistance swapping your Intel stock cooler for a Hyper 212 Evo?
How should I proceed with this (socket 1151)? I understand you need to rotate the pins on all the Intel stock coolers by 90 degrees following the arrow directions, then lift them up and gently remove the cooler from the CPU. How do I safely take off the thermal paste from both the CPU and the cooler? Since I plan to reuse this Intel stock cooler in my brother's build in a few months, I want to avoid damaging it. What is the quickest and simplest method for doing all of this? How long should I wait before reassembling?
Yeah that sounds about right. To make things easier run the computer for a little while before attempting to take the heatsink off, this will cause the thermal paste to get a little gooey and separate easier.
Use Isopropyl alcohol and cotton balls/swaps to remove the old thermal paste. You don't need to wait long at all for the alcohol to dry since it naturally dissipates quickly. Don't worry about ruining the heatsink, unless you are the hulk you should be fine.
When re-applying thermal paste use somewhere between a grain of rice and pea sized amount of paste right in the center of the CPU.
use rubbing alcohol with tissue paper to eliminate thermal paste.
To facilitate the removal of the cooler, it is advisable to slightly warm up the CPU beforehand. This helps the paste soften, simplifying the extraction process.
Ensure the pins are turned counterclockwise to release them. Keep the CPU within the socket; do not remove it entirely. For applying the old thermal paste, opt for lint-free materials such as a paper coffee filter or cloth—avoid tissues that may leave lint behind. Rubbing alcohol is effective; it dries quickly without requiring additional drying steps.
After reattaching, you may use the cooler immediately. Within about an hour, the new paste will spread evenly under heat and pressure.
Be cautious not to apply excessive paste, as it can become an insulator. A single small drop in the center of the CPU die is sufficient.
Follow these steps carefully:
Yeah that sounds about right. To make things easier run the computer for a little while before attempting to take the heatsink off, this will cause the thermal paste to get a little gooey and separate easier.
Use Isopropyl alcohol and cotton balls/swaps to remove the old thermal paste. You don't need to wait long at all for the alcohol to dry since it naturally dissipates quickly. Don't worry about ruining the heatsink, unless you are the hulk you should be fine.
When re-applying thermal paste use somewhere between a grain of rice and pea sized amount of paste right in the center of the CPU.
Turn the four posts to 90% and they should be free. I use a q-Tip and rubbing alcohol to remove all the thermal grease from the CPU and the heatsink base. With the new cooler, you might need to pull the motherboard out to install the plate that the Hyper 212 Evo connects to. The CPU top should dry very quickly so you can move on with the cooler installation.
Use 70-90% isopropyl alcohol to eliminate the thermal paste from both the CPU and the stock cooler. A microfiber cloth works best, though a paper towel will also suffice. The quickest method is to proceed directly—this process takes only a minute or less. Remove the CPU cooler and apply the alcohol to remove the paste. You won't need to wait long before it dries.
My situation involves the Phantom 410, and I intend to swap or replace the motherboard while keeping the PSU inside.
My plan is:
- Power down the PC, disconnect cables, and switch off the power supply
- Adjust the stock cooler pins by 90 degrees according to the arrow on them
- Remove the cooler, clean it with rubbing alcohol and a q-tip for both the cooler and CPU
- Apply fresh thermal paste to the CPU
- Attach the Hyper 212 Evo mounting bracket to the back of the motherboard and install the board
- Immediately connect the new Evo to the motherboard, secure it, and power on the PC
- Once everything is set up, turn it on and everything should work
Is this accurate? What’s the expected time for the process? Also, what’s the best way to store the old cooler? In its original packaging?
My setup involves the Phantom 410, and I intend to swap or replace the motherboard while the internal components remain inside.
My computer typically stays on continuously or in sleep, so this should be manageable whenever I choose.
To clarify the steps:
- Power down the PC, disconnect the cables, and switch off the power supply unit.
- Rotate the cooler pins 90 degrees according to the direction indicated on the pins.
- Remove the stock cooler, clean both the cooler and CPU with rubbing alcohol and a cotton swab.
- Apply fresh thermal paste to the CPU.
- Attach the Hyper 212 Evo mounting bracket to the back of the motherboard and install the Evo.
- Immediately after, connect the Evo to the motherboard, secure the side panels, power on the PC, and start the PSU.
- Once operational, everything should work fine.
This process should take the same amount of time. For storage, keep the old cooler in its original packaging if possible.
It’s important to allow sufficient drying time for the CPU—typically a few seconds. The 212 Evo might already have thermal grease, but applying it is advisable. If you have the packaging from when the CPU or Evo arrived, you can store the cooler inside. Just label it clearly so you’ll recognize it later.