Swiftech MCW5002 64T User Manual
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a.
Condensation control measures
The following instructions are crucial to long lasting & reliable operations. Do not skip these steps, and do not take shortcuts. Permanent damage to
your components is likely to occur otherwise.
a. Motherboard
preparation
i. Conformal coating application: This step will positively ensure that any micro condensation occurring on small surface
mount components will not corrode or short-circuit the motherboard.
Procure a spray can of silicone conformal coating. We use M.G. chemicals Acrylic Conformal Coating, part # 419B-340g – A
list of retail distributors carrying this item can be found here (US)
,
Canada:
also be used. Sprays are
recommended for their ease of use. The product can also be purchase at our online store here (effective 7/15/04):
Figure 1
Figure 2
Spray the back of the motherboard, concentrating on the area immediately
behind the CPU. Allow time to dry, per manufacturer specs.
Use masking tape to protect the CPU socket, and any connector sockets
in the immediate vicinity of the socket. A double layer of tape is
recommended for the CPU socket.
Figure 3
Spray the area immediately surrounding the
socket. It is not recommended to spray further
than the area circled in the above picture. Allow
time to dry per manufacturer specs.
ii. Dielectric
grease
application:
This step will ensure that condensation does not form inside of the CPU socket.
Procure a tube of dielectric grease. We use Luberex grease, available on our web site here:
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