So I just got the majority of my parts in, sans thermal paste. I just opened my processor box and noticed on the stock fan there is this very odd pad, very porous, all I can describe it as a thermal ...

If you run a computer without thermal compound on the processor, you could soon be in the market for a new processor. Thermal compound, also known as thermal paste and thermal grease, is a material ...

A new silicone heat sink compound is stored in an easy-to-use syringe applicator. Specially blended with zinc oxide, the silicone compound is said to have outstanding heat transfer properties. In ...

Thermal paste is essential in lowering the temperature of your CPU. Your CPU will most of the time heat up while performing demanding tasks like gaming and video editing. When it becomes too hot, it ...

I got a GlobalWin WBK38 with its "thermal pad" on the bottom, and I have a tube of Radio Shack brand heat sink compound, either of which is going on a 1.4 T-Bird.<P>Which would be best? I'd like to ...

Whether you are building a PC as a gaming rig or making some serious upgrades to a professional workstation, a good thermal paste can do wonders for your system temperatures. As with CPU coolers, ...

Here’s something you’re supposed to do about once every millenium or so on your trusty BMW Airhead – apply heat sink compound to the underside of the electronic ignition module. Thanks to Matt ...

The new Mac mini is a pint-sized powerhouse, but like other computers, its performance potential isn't reached when it runs too hot. AppleInsider examines if it is possible to improve the temperature ...