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Should I Use the Strip on the Bottom of The Heat Sink in Conjunction with Thermal Greese on Processor?

Hi Everyone:

I hate to bother everyone with so many questions, but, I am still learning as I go. In any case, I am wondering if the adhesive strip on the bottom of the heat sink should be used in conjunction with some thermal greese on the processor? I noticed when the heat sink was removed, there was thermal greese on the core of the processor, so, I assume that both have to be used. Additionally, it looks like the protective film has been removed too and reattached. Under these conditions, I think it would be wiser to go ahead and put thermal greese on the processor, but, only after carefully removing the old buildup.

Does everyone else concur with this?

George

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Hi There:

Should I leave the protective strip on the bottom of the heat sink, remove the old thermal greese, and apply new thermal greese? Incidentally, there is some pre-existing thermal greese on the outside of the processor. Should I leave it alone or should I attempt to remove it carefully using a q-tip and some alchohol?

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George

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Hi Everyone:

Thanks so much for the prompt feedback. I found each response helpful in giving me direction on this project.

George

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Glad we helped George. Keep debugging. You're getting to be a systems guru, it shows....

GMartin

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Hi Sciwriter:

Thanks for the compliment. I am really trying hard to better perfect my troubleshooting skills. Thanks to you and all of the experts of EE, I am getting better.

George