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    Black sticky tape around gpu

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Grump, Mar 18, 2019.

  1. Grump

    Grump Notebook Consultant

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    I removed the black sticky tape around the gpu similar to whats seen here [​IMG]


    I heard it was to prevent shorts but I'm not sure what I should replace it with since the sticker itself is shot. I have thermal pads and electrical tape.
     
    Grump, Mar 18, 2019
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  2. jaybee83

    jaybee83 Biotech-Doc

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    electrical tape is fine. as long as you are using regular, non-conductive paste you dont need to worry about it. ive been running my 980M without tape for ages now without issues :)
     
    jaybee83, Mar 18, 2019
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