TSTonyV said: Inspect the bottom of the CPU for any bent or missing pins. If all the pins seem fine, you shouldn't have any issues. If there are bent or missing pins, that's a problem. This happens sometimes with AMD processors, just have to be a little careful. I personally am a fan of always re-pasting if I remove my CPU cooler, but if the thermal paste seems to be mostly in good shape/consistent you should fine, especially if you only just built it.
Jaci said: TSTonyV said: Inspect the bottom of the CPU for any bent or missing pins. If all the pins seem fine, you shouldn't have any issues. If there are bent or missing pins, that's a problem. This happens sometimes with AMD processors, just have to be a little careful. I personally am a fan of always re-pasting if I remove my CPU cooler, but if the thermal paste seems to be mostly in good shape/consistent you should fine, especially if you only just built it. I just got it off with some dental floss, it spread the paste around a bit unevenly and on the "ribbing" around the pad if that makes sense. I attempted evening it out which I think worked but the floss did take away some paste. I think I might add a small dab just to be sure it's covered. Pins look nice and straight though so I think it's good. Thanks for the tips!
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