On 8/19/02 2:16 PM, "Jeff Walther" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote:
> At 07:24 -0400 08/19/2002, PLM wrote: > > >> Will, the Jumper pins will have to be purchased. I found the part #'s >>> From an earlier post. I have 3 Questions. 1. Should I remove the Board to >> access and install the pins. > > Yes! > >> 2. What type of soldering Tool do you recommend > > I find that using a 40 watt pencil (Radio Shack sells an inexpensive > one) and some Chemtronics solder wick (available from Digi-key) works > well to get the solder out of the holes. You may also need to apply > a bit of solder flux in order to heat the solder properly and get it > to flow. Do not grind the pencil into the hole. Solder flux is a > liquid that comes in a little bottle, often with a brush attached to > the inside of teh lid. But, flux needs to be removed when you're > done, so if you use flux, you'll want some flux remover, though swabs > and alcohol will work in a pinch to clean it up. > > Another method, which may be easier is to use a pin (sewing pin). > Set the board on its edge. Holding the pin in one hand, rest the > point against one of the solder filled holes. Now, apply the hot > soldering pencil to the other side of the hole. When the pin sinks > into the and meets teh tip of the soldering pencil, move the pencil > slightly to the side, and continue to push the pin through. Keep the > pencil touching the edge of the hole and the pin as the pin slides > through. When the pin is sticking out a good distance, remove the > pencil and leave the pin. After the solder has cooled (a few > seconds) remove teh pin. The solder will not stick to it (or > shouldn't). Now most of the solder will be sticking up in a volcano > shaped structure making it easy to remove with pencil and wick/braid. > > The above method is a little tricky dexterity-wise. You may need to > employ your chin or teeth to help steady the board. > > I recommend the Chemtronics desolder braid because I think it works > better than the more commonly available Easy-Braid. But that may be > my imagination. It's hard to make an objective comparison. > > One you have the solder out of the holes, installing the pins is > pretty easy. I use a 15 watt grounded Radio Shack (blue handle, > ~$8) soldering pencil for the installation. > >> 3. Is it worth all this, for a slight performance gain or is it? > > I can't speak to that question. But I think Will S. has already > recommended a software solution which is probably a better choice > (certainly cheaper in terms of not buying tools) for most folks. > > Jeff Walther Thank's Jeff, As always "details" make this list great! I think I may opt For the powerlogix route, for those that have tried this what "size/value" did you select and what processor card was in place when you installed the Cache Control X utility? I have an XLR8 Mach G3/400. -- SuperMacs is sponsored by <http://lowendmac.com/> and... Small Dog Electronics http://www.smalldog.com | Refurbished Drives | Service & Replacement Parts [EMAIL PROTECTED] | & CDRWs on Sale! | Support Low End Mac <http://lowendmac.com/lists/support.html> SuperMacs list info: <http://lowendmac.com/supermacs/list.shtml> --> AOL users, remove "mailto:"; Send list messages to: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> To unsubscribe, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> For digest mode, email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Subscription questions: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> Archive: <http://www.mail-archive.com/supermacs%40mail.maclaunch.com/> Using a Mac? Free email & more at Applelinks! http://www.applelinks.com
