DeLid IvyBridge Question

[UaVaj]

once the cpu is delid and the die is exposed.

is it possible to: skip the IHS and skip the clamp down system.

install the heatsink right on top of the die like old school socket A/socket 370.

 

[superccs]

Yes it will work, but you have to adjust the bracketry of your HSF to account for the change in the CPU dimensions.

 

[Idontcare]

is it possible to: skip the IHS and skip the clamp down system.

Sure. Checkout this thread for an example.

 

[Dahak]

Sure. Checkout this thread for an example.

recommended,

as too much pressure = possible broken die / dead cpu
as too little pressure = no benefit gained for effort