CPU Installation
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CPU Installation
I have just bought a new Celeron processor for my computer. The instructions consist of a few pictograms showing how to fit the fansink unit - no mention of heatsink paste between the processor and fansink.
Can I fit the fansink to the processor 'dry' or should I obtain some heatsink paste to put between the processor and fansink? There is a square piece of black foil on the fansink where it would make contact with the processor. Perhaps this is all that is required?
I would appreciate some advice from any knowledgeable specialists on this subject.
CC
Can I fit the fansink to the processor 'dry' or should I obtain some heatsink paste to put between the processor and fansink? There is a square piece of black foil on the fansink where it would make contact with the processor. Perhaps this is all that is required?
I would appreciate some advice from any knowledgeable specialists on this subject.
CC
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Compass Call,
I think the square of black foil is known as a 'thermal pad'. This will indeed provide a better thermal bond between the CPU and heatsink.
I would certainly recommend the addition of some thermal heatsink paste to increase the bond. Maplin's sell it ;
Thermal Heatsink Paste
I am sure others in the know will have some input too.
Cheers
LL34
I think the square of black foil is known as a 'thermal pad'. This will indeed provide a better thermal bond between the CPU and heatsink.
I would certainly recommend the addition of some thermal heatsink paste to increase the bond. Maplin's sell it ;
Thermal Heatsink Paste
I am sure others in the know will have some input too.
Cheers
LL34
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The black stuff is a standard single-use thermal transfer pad. Specialist heat sink grease would undoubtedly work better, but for a Celeron the pad is more than good enough.
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Compass Call,
Many years ago a picked up a tube of Arctic Silver II for about $6.00. I still use the tube today since I still have plenty left. The current product is:
Arctic Silver 5
They have a guide for removing and adding thermal grease again. It will give you a good understanding about the thermal grease.
Application Instructions for Premium Silver Thermal Compound
Take Care,
Richard
Many years ago a picked up a tube of Arctic Silver II for about $6.00. I still use the tube today since I still have plenty left. The current product is:
Arctic Silver 5
They have a guide for removing and adding thermal grease again. It will give you a good understanding about the thermal grease.
Application Instructions for Premium Silver Thermal Compound
Take Care,
Richard
