Removing old thermal paste

[Monokonos]

Are the thermal paste removers any good? I saw some in a shop that was called "Akasa AK-TC" but it cost 10 euros so is it worth the price? Or is it possible to just use the cloth I also clean my classes with? I don't have any alcohol right now but I also don't want to break my CPU.

 

[smorizio]

reg paper towels will fall apart. if the paper falls and hits the pins of the cpu slot can cause a short. see what the prices of shop towles or if a friend works at a garage ask him to bring home one or two.

 

[PreXMystic]

Don't waste your money on the cleaners. The microfiber cloth you have will do some, but it may be a bit difficult without the alcohol. Either 70% or 99% Isopropyl alcohol will do. Don't do it with water as you don't want to risk damaging parts.

 

[Archaic59]

It can be done with a dry cloth. You don't have to use or buy anything. It just might be a little more work to get it done like that. No big deal.

 

[Monokonos]

It can be done with a dry cloth. You don't have to use or buy anything. It just might be a little more work to get it done like that. No big deal.

So I'll just rub the processor gently with the cloth until there's no thermal paste left and just apply the new paste? Also I have to clean the cooler's base the the same way as well right? Sorry for the stupid questions but i've never done it before and I want to be 100% sure i'm not doing anything wrong.

 

[Archaic59]

Yes that will be fine. Use a cloth like you mentioned for cleaning your glasses since it won't leave lint behind. Be careful and make sure the pc is unplugged from the back or from the wall outlet. Safety first!