how to remove paste from cpu

[fox-amd]

and do i need to apply a thin coat of AS5 in a small area to the base of my new heatsink when reinstalling everything

 

[The_In_Kid]

rubbing alcohol and Qtips

 

[Drinnit]

The AS5 should go on the core of the processor, not the base of the heatsink.

 

[zer0signal667]

Originally posted by Drinnit
The AS5 should go on the core of the processor, not the base of the heatsink.

I's probably a good idea to rub a small amount onto the heatsink to force it into the small voids and cracks.

 

[Drinnit]

Uh.. er.. yeah..

*flees*

 

[zer0signal667]

Originally posted by Drinnit
Uh.. er.. yeah..

*flees*

What?

I should have noted that that is IN ADDITION to the paste you put on the core. You're right about putting it on the core, but some people also smear a bit on the heatsink then wipe it off, just to fill the tiny imperfections.