SAMSUNG 990 Pro w/ Heatsink Question
Posted by Aspox@reddit | buildapc | View on Reddit | 11 comments
Hi all, I wanted to ask if there is any guide/way to remove the stock "heatsink" that comes with the SSD. My SSD temp has been hitting 80\~86°C and I wanted to make sure the thermal pads are touching the ssd
Max_red_@reddit
I'm on the same boat, I wish I had chosen the one without the heatsink! I have a way better one on my Strix B650E-E box but I can't use it to preserve warranty 😞 . I tried to mitigate by placing a 140 cm fan on the 990 pro as best as a could, and it improved temps, now max is 69-70, while before it reached 76-81. The default one it's really bad I think!
Aspox@reddit (OP)
damn i wish i had space.. sadly my build it in a Fractal Ridge :’)
Max_red_@reddit
why did you choose that case? It's really miniscule! Maybe with a little one? https://www.coolerguys.com/collections/40mm-fans
Aspox@reddit (OP)
I like the small space it takes up haha
Max_red_@reddit
All is a compromise! Less space for us, more space for out beloved components! 😄
USSHammond@reddit
Removing the heatsink will void any warranty that may still be valid. There is zero reason why the thermal pads on a drive with a heatsink would be not touching. Pcie4/5 m.2's natively run hot
Aspox@reddit (OP)
Oh is it normal that it’s hitting 80~86 degrees? and any idea how I can help lower it
USSHammond@reddit
Get some airflow over it with a fan if your case allows it or change the slot on your motherboard depending on your system configuration
Aspox@reddit (OP)
i’m running a SFF build (Fractal Ridge) so space is limited 😕
Max_red_@reddit
check my DIY solution. You could use a smaller fan if there is little space.
Cer_Visia@reddit
https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=990+pro+remove+heatsink