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Thermal paste + GPU = Wise?
I'm having a little heat issues with my GPU (and processor too but that's a different thing). I just got myself Arctic Silver 5 a couple hours ago. I've seen numerous videos on YouTube on applying AS5 on the processor as i've never done this before.
So my questions;
1. Is it wise to add thermal paste to my graphic card? It's not particularly new or a great card though ( EN8500GT 512MB - Attached). Currently, it's 80C and i have Winamp and firefox open (with my AV and a few other background programs). Some people say it's fine to do it and some say it's not. What do you think?
2. Since we're in the topic of applying AS5, i'm looking to replace my processor paste with a fresh coat. Question is, what is the best way? I've seen those methods where they apply a line and use a card to spread it (making a thin layer), i've also seen those that apply a small amount at the middle of the processor and placing the heatsink over it, etc. What is the best way that would be very effective though?
This would be my first time applying thermal paste so i want to do it the right way.
Thanks for your time!