The CPU & Heatsink Lapping Guide

Dashken · 27th Aug 2007, 08:20 PM

Reducing the CPU temperature has always involved newer, larger heatsinks with ever more powerful fans. All of that mean extra costs. But what if you could have better cooling without the extra cost?

For only $20 in sandpaper, you could reduce your CPU core temperature by 15%! So, join graysky as he shows you how to lap your CPU heatspreader and heatsink for a much better thermal contact and better cooling performance.

Here's a quote from the guide :-

Quote:

"Hardware enthusisasts have always looked for ways to keep the processor running cooler. Not only does it improve the processor's stability, it also increases its overclockability. Hence, the use of better thermal pastes, larger heatsinks and more powerful fans. However, there is only so much you can do with air cooling."

Link : The CPU & Heatsink Lapping Guide

graysky · 10th Oct 2007, 02:49 PM

Cool... nearly 20,000 views. Was anyone inspired to try lapping based on this article?

Adrian Wong · 10th Oct 2007, 04:41 PM

I'm really tempted, but I haven't found the time to even repair the C2D system... It's still dead.

graysky · 11th Oct 2007, 03:23 AM

...dunno if lapping it will bring it back from the dead

Adrian Wong · 12th Oct 2007, 08:29 AM

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Originally Posted by graysky

...dunno if lapping it will bring it back from the dead

Hehe.. I don't think it's the CPU now. I tried it with a different CPU... and graphics card. Still no go. I just stripped it out of the case. Will be testing the parts one at a time until I find the cause.

Chai · 12th Oct 2007, 08:33 AM

It's very unlikely to kill a CPU. I have a spare motherboard, you might wanna try.

Adrian Wong · 12th Oct 2007, 09:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Chai

It's very unlikely to kill a CPU. I have a spare motherboard, you might wanna try.

I have one here too. Going to have to try them one at a time.

BassKozz · 10th Jan 2008, 01:15 PM

Does this void CPU and/or HS warranty's ?

Max_87 · 10th Jan 2008, 05:01 PM

Yes.......

Mac Daddy · 10th Jan 2008, 08:15 PM

Interesting I have never tried it though

10th Oct 2007, 02:49 PM	#2 (permalink)
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10th Oct 2007, 04:41 PM	#3 (permalink)
Adrian Wong Da Boss Join Date: 10 Oct 2002 Location: In front of my ASUS F8V notebook! Posts: 30,124 Reputation: 3081 Rep Power: 67	I'm really tempted, but I haven't found the time to even repair the C2D system... It's still dead. __________________ Dr. Adrian Wong Tech ARP \| Blog @ Tech ARP \| The Free Trade Zone DYKT : The only offshore account I have is at the sand bank? Keep Tech ARP free! Visit our sponsors! We need PROGRAMMERS and TECHNICAL WRITERS! Contact us if you are a hot shot programmer or technical writer! My items for sale : 50x SD Card \| Memory Stick PRO \| Cyclone Energy Saver \| Seiko SS watch \| Tiger/Carlsberg beer jugs \| Travel Speakers \| Motorola V600 \| Nokia N90 SOLD! \| New Lowepro Mini Trekker AW Other items for sale @ the FTZ : Zalman CNPS9500 LED @ $20 \| Zalman CNPS7700 Cu @ $20 \| Zalman CNPS7000 Cu @ $20 \| Swarovski bracelet watches \| Dell 17" LCD \| Hi-Fi speakers \| English DIVX movies \| HP LaserJet toners! \| Office chairs

11th Oct 2007, 03:23 AM	#4 (permalink)
graysky Getting there Join Date: 18 Aug 2007 Posts: 167 Reputation: 249 Rep Power: 4	...dunno if lapping it will bring it back from the dead __________________ http://encoding.n3.net <--- for all your DVD and audio CD backup needs!

12th Oct 2007, 08:33 AM	#6 (permalink)
Chai Administrator Join Date: 6 Oct 2002 Location: Maranello Posts: 26,757 Reputation: 3984 Rep Power: 72	It's very unlikely to kill a CPU. I have a spare motherboard, you might wanna try. __________________ Chai (Contributor & Forum Admin) http://www.techarp.com/

10th Jan 2008, 05:01 PM	#9 (permalink)
Max_87 h@x! Join Date: 11 Aug 2003 Location: Sarawak, Malaysia. Posts: 11,288 Reputation: 2024 Rep Power: 37	Yes....... __________________ Max_87 Tech ARP http://www.techarp.com P4 630 / Abit IP35 Pro / G.Skill F2-8000CL5-4GBPQ / Radeon X1800 / Barracuda 7200.9 120GB / 7200.10 320GB x2 / Caviar SE16 WD5000AAKS / WD6400AAKS x2 / Dell 2007FP x2 / Silverstone ST56F

10th Jan 2008, 01:15 PM	#8 (permalink)
BassKozz Newbie Join Date: 10 Jan 2008 Posts: 1 Reputation: 0 Rep Power: 0	Does this void CPU and/or HS warranty's ?

10th Jan 2008, 08:15 PM	#10 (permalink)
Mac Daddy Pickin' Da Gitfiddle Join Date: 19 Nov 2007 Location: Canada Posts: 2,048 Reputation: 802 Rep Power: 12	Interesting I have never tried it though

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