How to Apply Thermal Paste - Intel
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Learn how to apply thermal paste to make sure your CPU is properly cooled. Find out how it works and how much to apply for your gaming PC build.
Here’s all the info you need when it comes to thermal paste: What it’s for, and how to apply it to make sure your processor is properly cooled.
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How to Apply Thermal Paste - Intel
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