Thermal Paste drying

RedScope

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Jul 11, 2017
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I'm doing a build and I've got everything set up but I can only get the RAM and PSU in about a month. My CPU is a Pentium G4600 and I am using the stock cooler with its thermal paste. I'm wondering if the thermal paste will dry out if the system isn't used for that long.
 
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As long as the thermal paste is applied and the CPU and heatsink are installed it'll be fine for a least a few years. It dries out quicker with use. Thermal paste should be changed every 2 years or so.


As long as the thermal paste is applied and the CPU and heatsink are installed it'll be fine for a least a few years. It dries out quicker with use. Thermal paste should be changed every 2 years or so.
 
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