i don't expect any trouble getting the old cooler off my Haswell i5 but I imagine there will be paste residue on the CPU-- recommended to just apply more paste for new cooler? Likely to significantly affect cooling performance? Any recommendations welcome.
Replacing Stock CPU Cooler w/ Hyper 212 EVO-- Old Paste a Problem?
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ronintexas
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I clean off the excess paste prior to putting more on. The Intel stock coolers usually don't leave a lot on the CPU.
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I use a lint free cloth with just a couple of drops of rubbing alcohol on it. Be careful not to smear it over the sides of the CPU. In a pinch - you can use a q-tip - make sure not to use too much alcohol - it makes a good conductor....
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Old thermal paste wouldn't really be a problem (depending on how old it is), but i would recommend some new paste to be applied.
i would use a old credit card to whip most of it off then switch to a q-tip for assurance. But follow ronintexas' instructions they will probably serve you better
i would use a old credit card to whip most of it off then switch to a q-tip for assurance. But follow ronintexas' instructions they will probably serve you better
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