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    Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
    « Reply #30 on: June 18, 2009, 08:45:45 PM »
    Under CPU Physical Info:
    Package Type: 478 Pin uPGA


    That's the info you need ...... you're looking for a Socket 478 heatsink retention  module

    http://www.amazon.com/Pentium-Socket-Heatsink-Retention-Module/dp/B000YA7QTO


    I would shop around........Gotta agree with Patio , Tara......it can be delicate and apply too much pressure and you can crack a trace on the motherboard and you'll be shopping for one of those as well......find a small shop and let them do it.
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      Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
      « Reply #31 on: June 18, 2009, 09:09:05 PM »
      So you think if I do it myself I'll break the motherboard? :(

      Would I have to remove the motherboard to install it?

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      Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
      « Reply #32 on: June 18, 2009, 09:28:48 PM »
      Yes, most likely, because you'll have to "pinch" the "feet" of the frame that is in place in order to get it out so you can put in the new one.
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        Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
        « Reply #33 on: June 18, 2009, 09:50:22 PM »
        Tara ...I'm removing a module from an old motherboard as I type and I really recommend you take it in to a shop....and you do have to remove the motherboard.
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          Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
          « Reply #34 on: June 18, 2009, 10:10:39 PM »
          Thanks guys. I just bought the bracket off of ebay for around $7. When it comes I'll bring it with my PC to Best Buy.
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            « Reply #35 on: June 18, 2009, 10:19:54 PM »
            Great.....Smart girl..... better than  :||x
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            Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
            « Reply #36 on: June 19, 2009, 06:25:24 AM »
            Wow...i was only off by a Buck !
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            Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
            « Reply #37 on: June 19, 2009, 06:27:35 AM »
            You can put that buck toward Broni's gift certificates.   ;)
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              Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
              « Reply #38 on: June 19, 2009, 07:08:57 AM »
              Quote from: patio on June 19, 2009, 06:25:24 AM
              Wow...i was only off by a Buck !

              No deal at Amazon...only $41 delivered.  ::)
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                Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
                « Reply #39 on: June 19, 2009, 08:49:14 AM »
                Hi: OK It's a BIG problem if the heat sink is lose - could kill your CPU due to high temp.... but that alone wouldn't cause your fan thing..... make sure your CPU-Plug is in.... I'd think the CPU mount may have been broken @ Best Buy.... go back & ask them to Fix.....  ::)
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                Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
                « Reply #40 on: June 19, 2009, 09:07:42 AM »
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                I'd think the CPU mount may have been broken @ Best Buy.... go back & ask them to Fix.....

                I don't disagree, but that is the proverbial tough row to hoe.

                Tara can ask, and they may 'fess up, but I think she'd be better off having a small shop or repair person do the work for her.
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                  Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
                  « Reply #41 on: June 19, 2009, 09:38:27 AM »
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                  but I think she'd be better off having a small shop or repair person do the work for her.

                  Or have a computer savvy friend install it for her.  ;D
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                    Re: CPU fan failed error, but still spinning.
                    « Reply #42 on: June 19, 2009, 10:11:08 AM »
                    Hello: That's the way to go!!!       ;D
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