[SOLVED] I spilled some thermal paste near PCIE slot

[theeggnogg]

I just completed first build, cable management and all
Noticed that i spilled some thermal paste on my motherboard.. pepehands

I know thermal paste is generally not electrically conducive but it still might be a problem depending on where it is spilled

Looking for some advice as to if this is dangerous for the system.. Should I buy a new motherboard, should i turn on the system and see?

Any help would be appreciated, thank you

https://www.dropbox.com/s/p7nsslgl7x80909/136167557_314187863253933_5905706415306147905_n.jpg?dl=0

 

[Lutfij]

Welcome to the forums, newcomer!

Depends, if you use the horrible kind of thermal paste that aren't branded, then yes there is cause for concern. if the thermal paste is from a reputed brand then the information stated on their product site about not being eclectically conductive is good to go by.

If I were you, so long as the thermal paste hasn't gotten into the PCIe slot(physically) you don't have to worry...if the paste is on the outside edge.