Hi guys need a quick answer on this. I was changing my cpu cooler for a corsair H80 when i lifted my old one out some of the old paste fell onto the cpu in trying to remove it some went down the side of the cpu and got under it, i have remover the cpu and the paste is around some of the pins in the socket, and it is being a pig to get out. So question is paste non conductive so could be left if top of pins are clean or what the hell gets rid of it.. Thanks George..
Blasted thermal paste
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That cooler comes supplied with the following paste.
Zalman Super Thermal Grease ZM-STG2
A google search shows that it is non conductive, though i cant link the page as it may be classed as a competitor. Is there much paste on the cpu socket pins?
Zalman Super Thermal Grease ZM-STG2
A google search shows that it is non conductive, though i cant link the page as it may be classed as a competitor. Is there much paste on the cpu socket pins?
You could possibly try using isopropyl alcohol and a small soft bristle brush. Few drops of alcohol on the affected area, then gently use the brush to remove the softened paste. A magnifying glass would be useful to double check the pins. Once your sure youve got it all out, allow the socket to thoroughly dry out. The alcohol will evaporate, but you may need to use a fair amount to properly clean the socket pins.