CPU Pad

[Lateraliian]

Ok, so while cleaning a CPU of mine, I accidentally rubbed off the damn HSF pad on one of the corners (Athlon XP 2000+). Any suggestions on firmly reattaching it to the ceramic? Thanks in advance, Ian.

Edit: Here's some pictures for those who need a visual.

 

[MDE]

As long as you're careful when you put the heatsink on you really don't need the pad.

 

[BBond]

If it was mine I'd replace it. Those pads stabilize the HS. Just go to a craft store and pick up some plastic dots that have adhesive on one side. Or you might be able to find something similar at Radio Shack.

I replaced the NB HS on my IC7-G which has an exposed NB core and four dots were included with the Swiftech MCX159P.

 

[blodhi74]

any adhisive will do

 

[Lateraliian]

thanks for the advice everyone, I'll try the craft store idea. thanks again