Silly question time

[Wossi]

I might just be being stupid here, but how come my clock speeds on my E7200 are different to each other? 1 reads 2.4 the other 2.53

Also, what is the best way to apply the thermal stuff? I've read that Intel recommend putting a single line down the middle, resting the cooler on top, turning 1 way then the other before locking it down? How is this possible as the pin thingys that lock it the mobo get in the way

[Burble]

When applying thermal compound I start by cleaning the die with alcohol then put a little bit in the middle of the die and then use a credit card or business card to spread it out. You're aiming for a very thin and layer over the die.

[Davey_Pitch]

Originally Posted by Burble

When applying thermal compound I start by cleaning the die with alcohol then put a little bit in the middle of the die and then use a credit card or business card to spread it out. You're aiming for a very thin and layer over the die.

That's what I do, and is easily the best method out of any that I've tried

[BBx]

I have a silly question in my sig a bit OCUKesque if I do say so myself!

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[MarcLister]

Originally Posted by BBelle

I have a silly question in my sig a bit OCUKesque if I do say so myself!

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I'm sure you'll be just GGGGGGGGGREAT!

[BBx]

Originally Posted by MarcLister

I'm sure you'll be just GGGGGGGGGREAT!

Lol thanks the packet was sealed so no nasties would have gotten in there.

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[Justsomebloke]

Well mate I can only pass on what I have read & Yes it does say out there that the best method with a Dual core is the line down the middle, However if you cannot do that I'd fall back on my tried & trusted method which is a Grain of rice size piece spread with your finger that has a bit of plastic over it, i use the corner of one of those little plaggy bags or a piece of cling film. Remember that to much is as bad as to little though & the tiniest film of Tim is all you need.
As for the clock speeds I'd say God knows mate but I'd want them the same. It may be that your incorrect tim application is causing one of them to get hotter than the other throttling it slightly, Possibilty i s'pose but like I said I am only guessing & going off what i have read myself

[Wossi]

It would appear that I may be putting a smidgen too much on then Have to fit a new cooler tonight anyway so will clean it and put less than I normally would on then.

[LeperousDust]

I apply it so its essentially transparent, saves TIM and never ever lat me down yet. Just make sure everything is clean first (with alcohol rub). Also get some kitche cloth and rub some TIM into the contact area of the heatsink, beasically enough to dull the area and take of the reflectivness. Thats all you ever really need.

[Wossi]

Originally Posted by LeperousDust

I apply it so its essentially transparent, saves TIM and never ever lat me down yet. Just make sure everything is clean first (with alcohol rub). Also get some kitche cloth and rub some TIM into the contact area of the heatsink, beasically enough to dull the area and take of the reflectivness. Thats all you ever really need.

I've got some of the TIM cleaner and normally use it before applying the thermal grease (?)

Just have to drive 15 minutes home, then 30 minutes to the City-Link depot and 30 minutes back I thought it was coming by post