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Title: new old sell
Post by: daywane on April 24, 2024, 04:00:10 pm

My tiny client came in today.I have not unboxed it yet.
question. Would you replace thermal past right away? i am torn on this. 1 it has never been powered on. 2 it is over 10 years old.

Title: Re: new old sell
Post by: RandyT on April 24, 2024, 05:02:46 pm

Quote from: daywane on April 24, 2024, 04:00:10 pm

My tiny client came in today.I have not unboxed it yet.
question. Would you replace thermal past right away? i am torn on this. 1 it has never been powered on. 2 it is over 10 years old.

The big killer is usually heat, but age (drying out) will do it too.  If you are concerned, pull the heatsink and take a look. If it's still gooey, just put back.  Otherwise, clean well and replace.

Title: Re: new old sell
Post by: daywane on April 24, 2024, 05:29:44 pm

I trust your input Randy. thank you