Installing heatsink on Pro2-A

[barlav]

I'm about to install my heatsink on my pro2-a. This is my first go at building a pc. I'm installing a GlobaWin FOP-32. It seems like its going to take some pressure to get it latched. My question is: Should I install with the motherboard in the case? Or should I place the motherboard on it's static sleeve on a table and do it that way? Or does it even matter? I just don't want to break the motherboard. I have an Antec SX830 so I have quite a bit of rrom to play with. Thanks!

 

[Insomnium]

From experience i can tell you that it's easier to install the CPU and HSF in the motherboard before you mount it in the case. Both methods are practically the same, as long as you tip the case on its side so that the motherboard is parallel to the floor. And watch out with applying pressure, you dont want to crack that 1GHz TBird!

 

[barlav]

Thanks! I will be very careful because that would really f*#@!%^ suck if I destroyed it!!

 

[AMD4ME2]

I plan on doing it outside the case so that I can then do the "flashlight test" to insure a proper mating of the heatsink with the core. also did you get the FOP32 or the FOP32-1 the "32-1" is designed for the athlons and durons specifically, and approved by AMD. I don't believe the FOP32 is. Differences may be in heatsink color(silver non anodized is AMD approved) and the retention clip force.

 

[illbot]

my superorb went on nicely

 

[barlav]

I have the GlobalWin FOP32-1. I forgot the -1 in my original post. What is the flashlight test? Thanks!

 

[holdencommodore]

I have a FOP32-1 (black). It was a ah heck to get on (the chip is very short) , but good once you finally manage to get it on.
Just use the flashlight test to check for gaps.

Make sure the lip of the HSF fits over the edge of the Socket.