dmo580 Posted August 9, 2005 Posted August 9, 2005 Ok, so do you guys spread it or put a dot on the chipset? I mean with CPUs you put a small dot and you let the HSF spread it, but clearly you don't get that kind of pressure with the DFI fan or even if you put something else on it. I'm planning to take off the NB fan today and put some AS Ceramique on it (I don't trust my clumsy self with AS5 because I think I'll make a mess and zap zap fry fry). Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Diverge Posted August 9, 2005 Posted August 9, 2005 I Just spread it out evenly, in a nice thin layer, on both parts. This way it is controlled. You don't want it squishing out the sides onto traces and components Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Markus_d Posted August 10, 2005 Posted August 10, 2005 I usually spread a thin layer on the core. This time though i just put a little dot in the middle of the core and put the heatsink over and pressed it down to make sure the AS5 spreads all over the core.... This probebly is the best way to go, this way all air comes out.... Don't worry about it squishing out the sides onto traces and components, it will not unless you put the hole tube on it.... Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
cpuz Posted August 10, 2005 Posted August 10, 2005 right, start in the center and work your way out. you want a VERY THIN layer on there. spread it with a thin piece of plastic like a credit card. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
red930 Posted August 10, 2005 Posted August 10, 2005 When working with a TIM that you aren't familiar with or components that you haven't used before, it's always best to do a test fit just to make sure you are getting proper coverage. The cost of the extra TIM is worth making sure you do the job right. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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