Re: Computer turns on and then just dies

On Sun, 11/24/2024 11:10 AM, s|b wrote:

> 
> I think I'm going to go with the one dot method while keeping in mind:
> less is more. I'll practice on a napkin first.

No, you do a test fitting, applying your proposed dot pattern, and
checking the spread of the compound when the heatsink is pressed into it.

The size of the "contact circle" as the paste spreads, tells you

1) Whether the dot was the right size.
2) Whether it should have been a five dot pattern.

You do not need to do a second calibration cycle, as you now know
how big the total quantity of compound needs to be, to fill
out to the edges.

Since you are changing paste types, you need to recalibrate
the quantity so you do a good job. The purpose of doing a
good job, is not creating a cleanup problem later.

   Paul