Setting up a fresh cooler for the CPU that had been inside the PC for three days

F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Setting up a fresh cooler for the CPU that had been inside the PC for three days

Mehta42
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12-25-2023, 04:35 AM

Check if you should discard the existing thermal paste or simply apply a bit more. Since the stock cooler was installed three days ago, it’s best to verify compatibility before proceeding.

Mehta42

12-25-2023, 04:35 AM #1

Check if you should discard the existing thermal paste or simply apply a bit more. Since the stock cooler was installed three days ago, it’s best to verify compatibility before proceeding.

Treecko_
Junior Member

12-26-2023, 12:08 PM

3days old only? If its not the factory paste, but just regular stuff out of a tube, you can use it as long as its viscous enough. So yes its fine, no need to even add more if there is enough already.

Treecko_

12-26-2023, 12:08 PM #2

3days old only? If its not the factory paste, but just regular stuff out of a tube, you can use it as long as its viscous enough. So yes its fine, no need to even add more if there is enough already.

WPaige
Senior Member

377

12-26-2023, 12:48 PM

The paste is already in the stock intel cooler.

WPaige

12-26-2023, 12:48 PM #3

The paste is already in the stock intel cooler.

AraxSpielt
Member

12-27-2023, 11:57 AM

These are typically more challenging and may not perform well after repeated use. However, you might want to monitor the temperatures closely. The paste aims to bridge the gaps between metal surfaces to enhance heat transfer more effectively. It also includes safeguards against excessive heating.

AraxSpielt

12-27-2023, 11:57 AM #4

Derp7575
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12-27-2023, 12:02 PM

Check if I have any alcohol for cleaning, otherwise use a small amount of extra Corsair thermal paste.

Derp7575

12-27-2023, 12:02 PM #5

Check if I have any alcohol for cleaning, otherwise use a small amount of extra Corsair thermal paste.

MFMACIAS
Junior Member

12-27-2023, 12:15 PM

Wipe away the old residue and spread the fresh coating. When you don’t have new paste, just take the leftover and work with it.

MFMACIAS

12-27-2023, 12:15 PM #6

Wipe away the old residue and spread the fresh coating. When you don’t have new paste, just take the leftover and work with it.