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    MXM GPU thermal pads placement?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by Handale30, Oct 31, 2018.

  1. Handale30

    Handale30 Notebook Guru

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    Hey guys, did I also need to apply thermal pads on these chips? Just wondering because I saw various cards with pads there and others without so not sure. Thanks!!

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    Handale30, Oct 31, 2018
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    No, but more interestingly, what card is that? It's not the typical MSI one.
     
    Danishblunt, Oct 31, 2018
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    Lumlx Notebook Consultant

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    I believe that is from zotac magnus
     
    Lumlx, Oct 31, 2018
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    Correct! Its the Zotac version 1070.
     
    Handale30, Oct 31, 2018
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