Troubleshooting GPU Issues After Thermal Paste Replacement: A Guide

Recently, I embarked on a project to replace the thermal paste in my G712L laptop, a necessary maintenance task to ensure optimal performance. However, I encountered an unexpected challenge when I discovered that the GPU was coated with a liquid metal thermal compound. After completing the thermal paste replacement, my laptop suddenly ceased to display anything on the screen, even when connected to an external monitor via HDMI.

Following a careful assessment, I suspect that some of the liquid metal thermal paste may have inadvertently spread onto the GPU and its socket. Upon closer inspection, I discovered a few droplets of the compound and have since removed them. My concern is that liquid metal, known for its excellent thermal conductivity, could be causing significant disruption to the GPU’s functionality.

Given this predicament, I am contemplating whether it is feasible to unsolder the GPU, thoroughly clean it, and then properly resolder it. This process could potentially restore functionality to my laptop and resolve the issues caused by the thermal compound mishap.

Has anyone else faced a similar situation? Any advice on the unsoldering and cleaning process would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your insights!