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Gelid Solutions GC-Extreme Thermal Paste is worth considering if you want a better heat conductivity between your CPU, VGA or even chipset and your cooler. The compound works far better than other brands. If you want your computer to work well with cooling systems, this one is definitely worth your consideration.

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Is it necessary to use cooling paste on the processor?

To keep your processor cool, use a thermal paste. If you're installing a cooler, you'll need to use Gelid Solutions GC-Extreme Thermal Compound on the contact surface of your CPU, GPU or chipset. The applicator makes it easy to apply this product to your cooler.


What does a dual core processor system need for installation?

Thermal paste


What is thermal paste and why is it important in computer cooling?

Thermal paste, also known as thermal compound, is a high-conductivity material used between a computer's CPU or GPU and its cooling solution, such as a heatsink or water block. It helps to fill any microscopic gaps between the two surfaces, providing a better transfer of heat from the processor to the cooling solution. This in turn helps to prevent overheating and improve the overall performance and longevity of the computer components. It's important to use a high-quality thermal paste to ensure optimal cooling performance and to protect your computer components from damage.


The kind of paste for a computer?

Thermal paste - put between the processor and the heat sink to improve thermal conductivity and make for more efficient heat dispersion.


Which cooling technology enables the contact surface area of the cooling device to be maximized with the CPU?

D. Thermal Paste


Does a new CPU come with thermal paste?

Usually no, unless the box also comes with a heatsink. The paste will be on the bottom of the heatsink, not on the top of the processor.


How can someone replace an Intel Core Duo Processor?

You can replace an Intel Core Duo Processor by first removing the heatsink and/or fan from the processor and removing the old thermal paste. Apply thermal paste to the new Intel Core Duo Processor and reseat the heatsink and/or fan.


How long does it take for a CPU without thermal paste on it to become totally unusable?

There's no real answer to this question. The purpose of thermal paste is to fill in microscopic gaps between the processor die and the heatsink. This allows better heat transfer to the heatsink, where it can then dissipate. Depending on factors like the architecture and speed of the processor, the size of the heatsink, and the speed of the fan, it is quite possible to run the processor without any thermal paste indefinitely, though the temperatures will likely be higher.


What is thermal paste used for?

Thermal paste is used between two objects to get better heat conduction by filling in the microscopic air gaps. It is better than air at conducting heat but metals are much better at it. There are three types of metal paste: Metal based paste, ceramic based paste and silicone based paste.


What computer objects use thermal paste?

Thermal paste (thermal compound, thermal grease, silicone grease, heat paste, heat sink compound, heat sink paste, etc.) is used between high power solid state components and their heatsinks to increase the thermal conductivity between the component and the heatsink, thereby better cooling those components. Some high power solid state components in a computer that might require thermal paste are: power supply voltage regulators, graphics processing units (GPU), microprocessors, microprocessor support chips, etc.


What should you use to remove thermal compound from heat sink and processor when replacing the heat sink?

Use isopropyl alcohol and cotton swabs or a lint-free cloth to remove thermal compound residue from the heat sink and processor. Gently wipe away the old thermal paste until both surfaces are clean before applying new thermal compound.


Where should the thermal paste go when installing a processor?

When installing a processor, thermal paste should be applied evenly on the center of the CPU's heat spreader. A small pea-sized amount is usually sufficient, as it will spread out when the heatsink is secured. Avoid applying too much, as excess paste can spill over the edges and potentially cause electrical issues. After applying, attach the heatsink firmly to ensure proper contact for effective heat transfer.