I7 920 temps with stock cooling + stock thermal

[backdown00]

Hello all, I just got an i7 920. i have no intention of overclocking it either so I am using the stock heatsink that came with it with the stock thermal paste. I am getting idle temps of around 54c - is that ok (normal)?

 

[xtc28]

no repaste and reset HSF

 

[backdown00]

what thermal paste should i use? AS5 or AC mx-2? What should I expect idle temps to be on stock cooling?

 

[xtc28]

AS5 upper 30's low 40's depends on your ambient temp

 

[backdown00]

Can I use rubbing alcohol to remove previous paste?

 

[xtc28]

just a paper towel