Section 4: Beyond the Initial Application

Mastering Long-Term Thermal Health: Beyond the Initial ApplicationOver the lifespan of a PC, even the most meticulous application of thermal paste for CPU can fail due to material science and repeated thermal stress.A. The Insidious Enemy: The Pump-Out EffectThe pump-out effect is one of the most significant reasons why a system’s temperature gra

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Troubleshooting and Longevity: Beyond the Initial Application

Section 4: Beyond the Initial ApplicationThis section delves into the advanced thermal problems and how to diagnose them.A. The Insidious Enemy: The Pump-Out EffectIt’s a silent, relentless process where the thermal paste physically migrates away from the core of the CPU.What Causes Pump-Out?: The materials expand and contract at different rates,

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