How remove this?

Question

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After disconnecting the video card's cooling system, I see this: firstly, I assume it's thermal paste; secondly, it won't come off no matter what I rub it with; thirdly, there's some kind of dimple right in the center.

The GPU is working fine.

What I've tried:
Alcohol
Salicylic acid
Saliva

How do I remove this? Should I remove it? Is my GPU alive or on its last legs?

Posted Mar 10, 2026, 11:23 AM UTC

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