Article ID: 000034407 Content Type: Product Information & Documentation Last Reviewed: 07/12/2021

Can I use another substance to replace thermal paste?

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Summary

It is not recommended to use other adhesives in place of thermal interface material (TIM).

Description

What can I use as an alternative?

Resolution

Thermal interface material (TIM) provides efficient thermal exchange between the processor Integrated Heat Spreader (IHS) and the fan-heatsink.

Proper installation of the TIM is crucial to the success of the processor and fan-heatsink integration process.

Intel does not recommend using other substance as thermal paste for Intel processors as this might cause damage on the processor because its outside Intel recommended configuration.

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