applying paste on A64

[cmrmrc]

do you just put some in the middle of the cover or all over the cover?

 

[RichUK]

Just spread it on like jam on toast. Or you can go with the normal task of putting a rice sized amount of paste in the centre of the processor or IHS.

 

[RallyMaster]

drip in the middle (1 1/2 grains of rice) and then let it spread. what paste is this?

 

[BlueWeasel]

It really depends on the particular paste you're using. As others have mentioned, a thin layer of AS5 spread over the full IHS works fine. However, a really thick paste like MX-1 can't be spread easily, and putting a small droplet in the center works best.

 

[cmrmrc]

as5

 

[DarkManX4lf]

i have a question...how exactly do you apply the paste? do you just put a drop in the center and use your finger to spread it around? or do you use a blade or something to spread it?

 

[RichUK]

Originally posted by: DarkManX4lf
i have a question...how exactly do you apply the paste? do you just put a drop in the center and use your finger to spread it around? or do you use a blade or something to spread it?

If your applying it to the IHS, then just put a rice grain size of paste in the centre and let the pressure of the heatsink spread it out, once secured. Once that heatsink is secure give it a little twist from left to right to get any trapped air out, and also to aid in even distribution.

If applying it to the naked core itself, then use a razor blade to evenly distribute the paste over the core. Keeping in mind you are looking for a very thin layer, as the paste is just a means to fill in the microscopic discrepancies in the flat surfaces of both the core, IHS and heatsink. If you apply too much you might get a negative effect on heat transfer, as it might blanket its ability to transfer heat.

 

[DarkManX4lf]

what do you mean by IHS?

 

[Henny]

Follow the manufacturers instructions:
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[Aluvus]

Originally posted by: DarkManX4lf
what do you mean by IHS?

Integrated Heat Spreader. The metal bit on top of the processor.

 

[DarkManX4lf]

Originally posted by: Aluvus

Originally posted by: DarkManX4lf
what do you mean by IHS?

Integrated Heat Spreader. The metal bit on top of the processor.

ah ok thanks i got it now