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'''2. Evaluate -''' Evaluate the prepared processors as follows: | '''2. Evaluate -''' Evaluate the prepared processors as follows: | ||
− | :a. Processor type | + | :'''a. Processor type''' |
− | *'''Intel socket 478 -''' | + | :*'''Intel socket 478 -''' |
− | :Pentium 4 with a Frequency* <= 2.4 GHz - '''Retain for Testing'''. | + | ::Pentium 4 with a Frequency* <= 2.4 GHz - '''Retain for Testing'''. |
− | :Pentium 4 with a Frequency* > 2.0 GHz - '''Automatic Recycle'''. | + | ::Pentium 4 with a Frequency* > 2.0 GHz - '''Automatic Recycle'''. |
− | :Celeron or Celeron D - '''Automatic Recycle'''. | + | ::Celeron or Celeron D - '''Automatic Recycle'''. |
− | :All 'Confidentials' or blank dies - '''Automatic Recycle'''. | + | ::All 'Confidentials' or blank dies - '''Automatic Recycle'''. |
− | *'''Intel socket 775 -''' | + | :*'''Intel socket 775 -''' |
− | :Pentium 4 with a Frequency* <= 2.4 GHz - '''Retain for Testing'''. | + | ::Pentium 4 with a Frequency* <= 2.4 GHz - '''Retain for Testing'''. |
− | :Pentium 4 with a Frequency* > 2.4 GHz - '''Automatic Recycle'''. | + | ::Pentium 4 with a Frequency* > 2.4 GHz - '''Automatic Recycle'''. |
− | :Celeron and Celeron D - '''Retain for Testing'''. | + | ::Celeron and Celeron D - '''Retain for Testing'''. |
− | :Pentium D - '''Retain for Testing'''. | + | ::Pentium D - '''Retain for Testing'''. |
:Core 2 Duo - '''Retain for Testing'''. | :Core 2 Duo - '''Retain for Testing'''. | ||
− | *'''AMD sockets 754, 939, & AM2/AM2+/AM3 -''' | + | :*'''AMD sockets 754, 939, & AM2/AM2+/AM3 -''' |
− | :Athlon 64 & Athlon 64X2 - '''Retain for Testing'''. | + | ::Athlon 64 & Athlon 64X2 - '''Retain for Testing'''. |
− | :Opteron - '''Retain for Testing'''. | + | ::Opteron - '''Retain for Testing'''. |
− | :Sempron - '''Retain for Testing'''. | + | ::Sempron - '''Retain for Testing'''. |
'''* Frequency, L2 Cache, and FSB''' are categories used to determine the capabilities of a processor. | '''* Frequency, L2 Cache, and FSB''' are categories used to determine the capabilities of a processor. | ||
− | + | *Frequency refers to the rate at which the CPU processes data e.g., 3.0 GHz. (Gigahertz). | |
− | + | *L2 Cache refers to the capacity of a designated portion of the CPU architecture to store short term instructions. | |
− | + | *FSB (Front Side Bus) refers to the rate at which the CPU transfers data between itself and the 'North bridge'. | |
− | + | *These terms are relevant here '''only for evaluation, labeling, sorting, and routing purposes'''. They each have very involved technical definitions and meanings that are far too involved to go into here. For more information, please ask and instructor, an experienced volunteer, or consult online sources such as Wikipedia. | |
− | + | *The specific information in these categories pertaining to an individual CPU can be obtained as follows: | |
− | + | :'''Intel socket 478s and 775s -''' The information is engraved on the die of the processor directly below the processor type. It will be listed in the form Frequency/L2 Cache/FSB. | |
− | + | :'''AMD socket 754s, 939s, AM2s, etc. -''' The information will be located in "The Book of CPUs", and found by referencing model number '''and''' part number. Ask an instructor or experienced volunteer to assist you. | |
− | :b. Pin Damage: | + | :'''b. Pin Damage:''' |
::There will be a great deal of subjective "judgment call" associated with this step. The actual process of repairing damage requires a great deal of skill, patience, and delicacy. This is one of those areas wherein you will need to learn by doing. Don't be afraid to take chances ... "if the patient dies, the patient dies". Ask instructors or experienced volunteers for help and advice. The tools you will need are in the box labeled "The Little Things That Count". Below are guidelines for deciding what to recycle and what may be worth attempting to save. Good Luck! | ::There will be a great deal of subjective "judgment call" associated with this step. The actual process of repairing damage requires a great deal of skill, patience, and delicacy. This is one of those areas wherein you will need to learn by doing. Don't be afraid to take chances ... "if the patient dies, the patient dies". Ask instructors or experienced volunteers for help and advice. The tools you will need are in the box labeled "The Little Things That Count". Below are guidelines for deciding what to recycle and what may be worth attempting to save. Good Luck! |
Revision as of 13:11, 12 November 2010
CPU (Processor) Testing
SVANDUSEN 19:13, 26 May 2010 (UTC)
CPUs are the "brains of the computer system. This is where all of the information and instructions are gathered from, processed, and redistributed to the other components of the system. The following will be a description of a VERY RUDIMENTARY TEST to determine the viability of a CPU to function in a system. In actuality, there are a multitude of details and issues involved that would take far more space to cover and time to perform than is practical in these circumstances. This is a very basic overview of the essentials that are necessary to get through the process. For more information please consult other experienced volunteers, instructors, or research such sources as Wikipedia or forums on Google.
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