When a new motherboard is being installed, between which two components must thermal compound be applied? (Choose two.)

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When a new motherboard is being installed, between which two components must thermal compound be applied? (Choose two.)

  • CPU
  • RAM
  • chassis
  • heat sink
  • chipset
  • motherboard

Explanation: You must apply thermal compound between the new CPU and the heat sink/fan assembly to avoid overheating the CPU. The thermal paste helps to conduct heat from the CPU to the heat sink.
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