I recently got my Xigmatek S1283 CPU cooler and was wondering how to apply Arctic MX-2 to it. As the surface is like this
http://www.imgx.org/pthumbs/small/10185/Xigma.jpg
should I apply the 3 lines of mx-2 on the Copper heatpipes or should I just apply it the normal way i.e. a small amount on the centre.
Also a small amount of Stock goop came with the heatsink should I apply that or is MX-2 preferable.
Thanks
Well I’d say put soem MX2 on the heatsink base, spread it out using a razor blade, only enuf MX2 to fill the gaps b/w the pipes. later go for big-pea in the centre method on the processor.
or, a bigger pea on processor would be even better
Ask Funky…he has used this cooler
cool…from where u got it n how much is the damage…
check Xigmatek web site they may have tips for instalation.
i read it once ,
APPLY PASTE ON HEAT SINK BASE ,make sure to fill gaps between the heat pipes , then apply paste on proccy n u rdone for it…just fix it taking care no any bubble remains (forms) .
some web sites clain that design of base as this heat sink has (direct heat pipe exposure)is more efficient than plain base plate ones…n also it reduces companys fabrigation cost.
there was a website where they had done some write up : comparing different ways of applying thermal paste …excellent one but not able to find now…
Edit: Ok found it …here u go Best Thermal Paste Application Methods
I have tried everything. And best contact is achieved by this method.
Draw 2 lines of thermal compound where i have marked them in red and slap it on. Achieved perfect square pattern on the IHS of the CPU covering everything.
thanks for the help… will try a few things and see which works out to be the best.
how much didya get it for?
Got it thorugh KMD for 3.4k with the separate retention bracket, I ditched the push pins.
