Replacing a CPU in-situ?

[nheather]

Whenever building a new PC I always fit the CPU and cooler to the motherboard and then fit the motherboard to case. I find it much easier to work that way.

Even when I have upgraded the CPU it has usually involved a new motherboard so same procedure.

But this time the replacement CPU is just dropping into the existing system. Wondering what your thoughts are about replacing the CPU in-situ - it would be nice not to have to disassemble the PC.

Assuming I can get to the CPU clamps is there any reason why I shouldn’t do an in-situ replacement?

Cheers,

Nigel

 

[nheather]

Well looks like something screwed up - starting a new thread to seek for ideas.

https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/threads/have-i-screwed-up-my-motherboard.18874596/


Cheers,

Nigel

 

[nheather]

Well I have the answer to my original question - don’t do an in-situ install.

I suspect that the releasing and fitting the strong sprung clips with the motherboard supported on pillars most likely flexed the MoBo and has caused a connection to break.

Cheers,

Nigel

 

[nheather]

Been doing in situ CPU changes for years over multiple systems, never had a problem.

Sounds like you just got unlucky.

I think it is the nature of the particular heatsink clips, rather that the type that screw down or use a lever, this one has sprung steel clips that you have to push down hard and while it is pushed down manoeuvre outwards off the plastic lug on the motherboard. Not only do you have to push down very hard it is very fiddly to get off the lug so takes a few attempts.

I feel that had I removed the motherboard first, not only would it not stressed and flexed the board so much, it could have been removed first time.

Anyway, the damage has been done, pretty annoying but can’t be helped.

Cheers,

Nigel