How often should i apply thermal paste?

[Prodigy146]

Quick Question: i havent applied thermal paste on my proc since i got it (6/07) should i reapply it?

 

[Atomic Rooster]

Whenever you remove the heatsink.

 

[dude_56013]

Or, if you are Cabbs...probably like once a week

He DID earn Honorary Heatsink Whore, you know....haha.

 

[Spec]

Or, if you are Cabbs...probably like once a week

He DID earn Honorary Heatsink Whore, you know....haha.

yep..only when you remove your heatsink though..because trust me..you dont need to put it on every month

 

[dude_56013]

Absolutely...especially in the case of paste like A.S. that requires "break-in". Therefore, if you change it frequently, you'll never reach optimum efficiency.