Have to remove thermal paste off CPU for new HSF?

[aznpiggy]

Hi,

Yesterday I purchased a CM Hyper 212 EVO and I forgot to purchase some alcohol for removing the thermal paste off my CPU. Can I just apply the new HSF onto my CPU since there is already some thermal paste on it?

Thanks.

 

[aznpiggy]

no lol
i guess i have to go out and get my self some alcohol
thanks anyways

 

[aznpiggy]

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