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Answer» I'm going to upgrade my CPU from a Athlon 64 to a Athlon 64x2 Dual Core. I have not done this before! I would like to know what thermal paste or grease etc would you recommend. I have read up about it on a few site's, but would like the opinion of some people who have had hands on experience. (instead of my thermal paste is the best etc) Also, CPU cleaning products, any recommendations?? Also, would the FAN from my Athlon 64 work WELL with the 64x2 dual core. I have 'smart fan' INSTALLED. Is it just a question of MONITORING it?? Thermal Paste GuideThermal paste can be partly PERSONAL preference. I like OCZ Freeze or AC MX-2, others will no doubt recommend AS5. For cleaning, use a q-tip/cotton bud and rubbing alcohol, or a product such as Arcticlean or equivalent (I use some Akasa fluid myself). Whether your heatsink/fan will work - check the specs on the CPUs. If the TDP of the newer one is the same, it should be fine but keep an eye on temps. If the TDP is higher, I recommend you buy a new cooler. TDP TDP = Thermal Design Power. it's the maximum heat output of the processor, in Watts. I sued the abbreviation because it's almost always abbreviated to that, especially in spec sheets.Yes artic sivver #5artic silver #5 is what I used on my system, cheap & works fine, don't dribble~Ditto for Artic Silver no.5. Picked mine up at Radio Shack. I use Isopropyl alcohol 91% to clean cpu & heatsink. They sell a 70% Isopropyl alcohol which has more water in it. The 91% cost a little more but is better because of the lower h20 content. You can buy at any pharmacy. Quote I sued the abbreviation How much was the settlement ? ? Quote from: patio on February 11, 2009, 08:29:44 PM Quote5WI sued the abbreviation I'm always doing that (sued, suer etc instead of used, user) lately. Time to go back to "Typing for beginners" ...Freudian slip really. Maybe your subconscious wants to sue somebody, and is just looking for opportunities to tell you so? |
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