Laptops Thermal repasting guide and paste recommendations!

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Devyansh

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I'm planning to do a thermal repasting on my hp omen en1037ax, it has been 3 years since I've been using this pc.
I've gathered the requisite items except the paste, I do not know which paste would be best for the PC.
I'm also open to recommendations for shops that will do repasting for the right price, for instance I was quoted 2000rs for repasting which I think is a bit overpriced considering a decent thermal paste would cost around 1000rs.
Feel free to add DOs and DONTs for repasting and what to ask for the shop owner that might do the repasting.
 
Noctua NT-H1 is also good. Been using for 5-6 yrs. Have used on gpu/cpu and laptop. Never got disappointed. It is cheaper on primeabgb.
 
Thermal Grizzly Kryonaut on Amazon at ₹468 right now.
If you are confident of opening your laptop then you can re-paste it yourself.
I'd suggest cleaning with isopropyl alcohol + cotton, then use new paste.

2K is too much for re-paste work. 200-300 is acceptable (including their own thermal paste, but they won't have quality one)
 
Everybody focusing on the Thermal Paste.
For safe application, switch off laptop, remove battery and AC power connections. Let the laptop cool down.
Thereafter, optionally, remove battery connections to the motherboard.
Take multiple images to have proper reference. Thereafter locate screws holding the heatsink. There will be MANY screws, some of which may also vary in size. Remove them slowly.
Check the underside of the heatsink to see WHERE it makes contact. It could be absorbing heat from multiple components. Ensure you apply thermal paste to these areas.
Clean the heatsink and the CPU with proper cleaner (Isopropyl Alcohol). Wait for it to dry off completely.
Always use little, (pea size) amount of thermal paste. Honestly, more than the thermal paste, its proper application is critical to ensure proper contact between the CPU and the Heatsink.
Remember, the intention of thermal paste is to minimize grooves, empty pockets, and smooth out the undulations to improve heat transfer while minimizing hotspots.
Do not let the thermal paste sit for long. Quickly reapply the heatsink and then very carefully tighten the screws. NEVER overtighten.
 
alap4m said:
Everybody focusing on the Thermal Paste.
For safe application, switch off laptop, remove battery and AC power connections. Let the laptop cool down.
Thereafter, optionally, remove battery connections to the motherboard.
Take multiple images to have proper reference. Thereafter locate screws holding the heatsink. There will be MANY screws, some of which may also vary in size. Remove them slowly.
Check the underside of the heatsink to see WHERE it makes contact. It could be absorbing heat from multiple components. Ensure you apply thermal paste to these areas.
Clean the heatsink and the CPU with proper cleaner (Isopropyl Alcohol). Wait for it to dry off completely.
Always use little, (pea size) amount of thermal paste. Honestly, more than the thermal paste, its proper application is critical to ensure proper contact between the CPU and the Heatsink.
Remember, the intention of thermal paste is to minimize grooves, empty pockets, and smooth out the undulations to improve heat transfer while minimizing hotspots.
Do not let the thermal paste sit for long. Quickly reapply the heatsink and then very carefully tighten the screws. NEVER overtighten.
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"NEVER overtighten" what do you mean by this? i might have done it a bit.
 
Devyansh said:
"NEVER overtighten" what do you mean by this? i might have done it a bit.
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Screws on Motherboard need to be tightened very carefully. Never apply excessive torque. As soon as the screw stops rotating or starts offering a small amount of resistance, STOP.
 
Devyansh said:
I'm planning to do a thermal repasting on my hp omen en1037ax, it has been 3 years since I've been using this pc.
I've gathered the requisite items except the paste, I do not know which paste would be best for the PC.
I'm also open to recommendations for shops that will do repasting for the right price, for instance I was quoted 2000rs for repasting which I think is a bit overpriced considering a decent thermal paste would cost around 1000rs.
Feel free to add DOs and DONTs for repasting and what to ask for the shop owner that might do the repasting.
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i have used liquid metal on multiple laptops and its the best. There are multiple precautions that you should have in mind before using it. Do watch some YouTube videos on 'how to use use liquid metal properly; and you will be good.
 
desiibond said:
Thermal grizzly kryonaut.
Apply pea sized paste at the centre and attach heat sink.
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I have used this one for my ideapad gaming and my PS4 pro and can vouch for the quality. The ps4 especially was like a jet before i repasted it as the previous owner never cleaned it.
 
shishirsam said:
I have used this one for my ideapad gaming and my PS4 pro and can vouch for the quality. The ps4 especially was like a jet before i repasted it as the previous owner never cleaned it.
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TG Kryonaut is good but sometimes it sells for a high price and it is not worth paying double the cost over the other decent options like noctua's nt-h1, nt-h2 and my personal favorite, arctic mx-5.
 
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