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:::Sempron - '''Retain for Testing'''. | :::Sempron - '''Retain for Testing'''. | ||
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− | + | '''*''' Frequency, L2 Cache, and FSB are categories used to determine the capabilities of a processor. | |
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::*Frequency refers to the rate at which the CPU processes data e.g., 3.0 GHz. (Gigahertz). | ::*Frequency refers to the rate at which the CPU processes data e.g., 3.0 GHz. (Gigahertz). | ||
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:::'''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. | :::'''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. | ||
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− | + | :b. Pin Damage: | |
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− | + | ::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! | |
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− | + | :::*'''Intel socket 478 -''' | |
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− | + | ::::Pentium 4 w/ FSB (Front Side Bus) speed of 400 MHz. - more than one or two bent pins or any broken pins - '''Automatic Recycle'''. | |
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− | :::: | + | ::::Pentium 4 w/ FSB speed of 533 or 800 Mhz. - More than three or four bent pins, any crimped pins, or any broken pins - '''Automatic Recycle'''. Otherwise, attempt to repair. |
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− | ::::::Many of these, particularly the Athlon 64X2s (which are dual core) can be very high end and therefore valuable. Also, the pins on these processors are somewhat coarser than those on the Intel socket 478s and so are a bit more sturdy and forgiving when it comes to manipulating them. Unless the damage is really severe; many bent pins, badly crimped pins, or broken pins, go ahead and give it a shot. Many a seemingly hopeless case has been brought back from the dead. | + | :::*'''AMD socket 754, 939, & AM2/AM2+/AM3 -''' |
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+ | :::Many of these, particularly the Athlon 64X2s (which are dual core) can be very high end and therefore valuable. Also, the pins on these processors are somewhat coarser than those on the Intel socket 478s and so are a bit more sturdy and forgiving when it comes to manipulating them. Unless the damage is really severe; many bent pins, badly crimped pins, or broken pins, go ahead and give it a shot. Many a seemingly hopeless case has been brought back from the dead. | ||
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'''3. Test -''' Test the evaluated CPUs as follows: | '''3. Test -''' Test the evaluated CPUs as follows: | ||
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− | + | :a. Set up the Test Station | |
− | + | ::*The components for the station are stored in the bottom three drawers of the grey cabinet, next to the HD test racks, and consist of: | |
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− | + | :::A motherboard platform identical to those located at the Motherboard Testing, Video Card Testing, and Network Device and External HD Testing stations. | |
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− | + | :::A power supply | |
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− | + | :::A keyboard | |
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− | + | :::A small, green, plastic box labeled "The Little Things That Count", containing: | |
− | + | ::::A power switch | |
− | + | ::::A tube of silicon based thermal paste | |
− | + | ::::Two small square foam pads | |
− | + | ::::A small, flat-head screwdriver (used for straightening pins) | |
− | + | ::::A pushpin (used for straightening pins) | |
− | + | ::::A plastic card (used for straightening pins) | |
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− | + | :::The motherboards for testing the CPUs labeled with the appropriate socket type. | |
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− | + | :::*The sorting table for RAM Testing is ideal for setting up the CPU Test Station. It has an LCD monitor and power cord available for the purpose. | |
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− | + | :::*Assemble the platform with the appropriate motherboard and connect the components '''(be sure to plug in the power supply)'''. | |
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− | + | :::*Unlatch or otherwise remove the Heat sink/fan assembly from the socket and apply a '''very small''' amount of thermal paste to the area that will cover the die on the processor. Smear the paste around to create a thin film. You will need to repeat this from time to time during the testing process. | |
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− | + | :::*On the socket 775 board, it will be necessary to remove the '''Socket Protector'''. | |
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− | + | :::*Select a processor from the Pre-test Storage tray and insert it into the socket. | |
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− | + | :::::There will be various visual cues to enable proper alignment that are specific to each manufacturer and socket type. | |
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::::::*Intel socket 775s (a LGA socket) will have two notches on the processor platform that will align with two tabs on the socket frame. | ::::::*Intel socket 775s (a LGA socket) will have two notches on the processor platform that will align with two tabs on the socket frame. |
Revision as of 15:31, 11 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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