I made an account just to contradict the "best response", for future buyer's reference. The IC Graphite thermal pads are a long term solution that exhibit more consistent temperatures than traditional thermal paste - though it's usually warmer by 1-2 degrees Celsius than high end thermal paste. Graphite pads don't dry out, they are highly temperature resistant, and don't react with anything in a computer system (other than being electrically conductive). Use them to your heart's content - they are an excellent purchase for anyone needing a "set it and forget it" solution.
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