Pre-applied thermal interface material?

[Aconfusedguy]

I just bought this processor brand new, and it says it has pre-applied thermal interface material. Does this mean I can go ahead and throw the processor and heatsync on to the motherboard without adding any paste?

 

[damric]

That is what it means.

 

[turkey3_scratch]

I am not sure but I would think so. You might want to check if it includes a thermal pad instead of thermal paste, as a thermal pad is kind of like tape you place on the CPU. What color is the CPU and does it have a nice texture to it?

 

[Syntax42]

Yes, you can apply the heatsink to the processor with it. Be sure to remove any plastic or wax paper they may have used to protect the material.