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    GX660 Thermal Paste On GPU

    Discussion in 'MSI' started by shadow85, Nov 22, 2011.

  1. shadow85

    shadow85 Notebook Evangelist

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    I know for the CPU, you want to apply a thin even layer, and that would get the job done.

    My question is the GPU. Would a thin even layer be too thin? Do I have to go a alittle heavier? I heard people talking about copper shims so that led me to believe that thermal paste alone wont seal the gap.

    What you think?
     
    shadow85, Nov 22, 2011
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  2. Meaker@Sager

    Meaker@Sager Company Representative

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    I have found a thin layer works well on the notebooks.

    The best method will vary due to the differences in notebook heatsinks and the much lower pressures compared to desktops.
     
    Meaker@Sager, Nov 23, 2011
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  3. tabor0715

    tabor0715 Notebook Enthusiast

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    Yes, a thin layer works.

    Best of Luck!!
     
    tabor0715, Nov 28, 2011
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