Jul 8, 2013 · Thermal paste is only meant to be used in situations where the cooling assembly is supposed to sit flush on the processor. Replacing a pad with paste can (and usually will) introduce a gap and increase temperatures.

Factory PCs and laptops—although seldom tablets or smartphones—typically incorporate thermal paste between the top of the CPU case and a heat sink for cooling. Thermal paste is sometimes also used between the CPU die and its integrated heat …

Jul 15, 2021 · A YouTube short shows exactly what happens when someone uses a gummy bear instead of thermal paste on their CPU. PCs can be delicate machines, so great care should always be taken when putting them together.

Aug 14, 2020 · A CPU is not "glued on". It is either in a socket and removable, or it is soldered to the motherboard. A CPU that is soldered on ("BGA...") can't be removed via consumer means.

If you are worried about the paste drying out, just use A LOT. The only part that will dry out is the stuff on the edges of the CPU, and if you are generous with the paste, there should continue to be a large amount in the middle of the CPU that is thoroughly wet ... or use 25% vaseline and 75% paste... or 25% grease and 75% paste.

Feb 11, 2014 · This guide explains how to apply new thermal grease on a laptop processor (CPU). Thermal grease (thermal compound or paste) has to be applied on the top of the processor before you install the heat sink.

Jul 31, 2008 · Watch this Updated version of the tutorial here:https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I3gx6c62D7IThere is more than one way to apply thermal compound. This is jus...

It's supposed to be amazing at keeping temps way down and no electrical conductivity either. Most thermal paste isn't electricaly conductive. The exception being liquid metal. But that has ample warnings. I know EK apparently likes the hydronaut …

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Jul 22, 2012 · Typical thermal pastes are rated for 10 years or more. They will dry out, but continue to work just fine. However, when you remove the CPU, the dry paste will 'crack' and have air gaps if you try to put it back. So never leave stale paste on. The sticky tack looking thing is probably a thermal pad. Use either a thermal paste or a thermal pad.