F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop M.2 help

M.2 help

M.2 help

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DapperMD
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06-28-2025, 07:23 PM
#1
Hey, for your setup you can keep the pre-installed heat sink on the Firecuda 530. Just check the motherboard—remove the thermal pad if needed, but it’s usually safe to leave it in place.
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DapperMD
06-28-2025, 07:23 PM #1

Hey, for your setup you can keep the pre-installed heat sink on the Firecuda 530. Just check the motherboard—remove the thermal pad if needed, but it’s usually safe to leave it in place.

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Xelo24
Member
178
07-01-2025, 09:50 PM
#2
The heat sink likely weighs more, which improves cooling and appearance. I like using them right away.
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Xelo24
07-01-2025, 09:50 PM #2

The heat sink likely weighs more, which improves cooling and appearance. I like using them right away.