[SOLVED] Thermal paste

supernewb · 12-24-2008, 02:31 PM

Wasn't quite sure what forum to put this in, but it's a new build question so here looked the best. I just built my rig and used the Zalman paste that came with my 9700, How much better, if any, is the Artic Silver 5? I've heard the Artic is the best, but then I've heard the Zalman is just as good so I'm not sure what to believe. Figured I would ask the guys who've done it and probably seen results to compare.

Tumbleweed36 · 12-24-2008, 02:41 PM

The Artic Silver is the best of the best, hands down and no one will dispute that as a rule. However, if you have the other and need to put the rig together, then go for it. Just be sure you put it on according to instructions. It most likely will do the job for you in normal circumstances. If it doesn't do the job for you, then get some artic silver and give it a go.

supernewb · 12-25-2008, 06:28 AM

Ok thanks, thats exactly what I wanted to know.

Tumbleweed36 · 12-25-2008, 07:27 AM

You are most welcome. Let us know if you need further assistance.

**Done_Fishin** · 12-26-2008, 01:31 AM

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Originally Posted by sms2luv

Whats the service tag # or exp serv code of your dell system let me know so that i can check the system specification, i am working with dell technical support U.S

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12-24-2008, 02:31 PM	#1 (permalink)
supernewb Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Buffalo N.Y. Posts: 111 OS: win xp pro sp2 My System	[SOLVED] Thermal paste Wasn't quite sure what forum to put this in, but it's a new build question so here looked the best. I just built my rig and used the Zalman paste that came with my 9700, How much better, if any, is the Artic Silver 5? I've heard the Artic is the best, but then I've heard the Zalman is just as good so I'm not sure what to believe. Figured I would ask the guys who've done it and probably seen results to compare.

12-24-2008, 02:41 PM	#2 (permalink)
Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 18,021 OS: XP Professional	Re: Thermal paste The Artic Silver is the best of the best, hands down and no one will dispute that as a rule. However, if you have the other and need to put the rig together, then go for it. Just be sure you put it on according to instructions. It most likely will do the job for you in normal circumstances. If it doesn't do the job for you, then get some artic silver and give it a go. __________________ ---------- I don't receive email notifications of replies to subscribed threads. (Internet provider policy) Therefore, if I don't respond to your post within 24 hours, please send me a reminder PM and include the link to your thread.

12-25-2008, 06:28 AM	#3 (permalink)
supernewb Registered User Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Buffalo N.Y. Posts: 111 OS: win xp pro sp2 My System	Re: Thermal paste Ok thanks, thats exactly what I wanted to know.

12-25-2008, 07:27 AM	#4 (permalink)
Tumbleweed36 Asst Manager Hardware Join Date: May 2005 Location: USA Posts: 18,021 OS: XP Professional	Re: Thermal paste You are most welcome. Let us know if you need further assistance. __________________ ---------- I don't receive email notifications of replies to subscribed threads. (Internet provider policy) Therefore, if I don't respond to your post within 24 hours, please send me a reminder PM and include the link to your thread.