How to remove thermal paste?

zoog18 · Jul 20, 2014

Hello, I will be transferring my CPU (i5 4670k) and Noctua NH-D14 to a new motherboard, how do I remove and reapply the thermal paste?

ThatVietGuy · Jul 20, 2014

Remove the paste with some rubbing alcohol and a cloth that will leave little lint.

To reapply use this guide - http://www.tomshardware.com/reviews/thermal-paste-heat-sink-heat-spreader,3600-5.html

I usually put a drop the size of a pea on the center of the CPU and let the heat sink do the rest.

zoog18 · Jul 20, 2014

Do I dry off the alcohol first, or let it dry out on its own?

ThatVietGuy · Jul 20, 2014

You're wiping away most of the alcohol with the cloth. And if there is anything left over it dries off on its own after a few seconds.

zoog18 · Jul 20, 2014

Thanks