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Looking into OEM solder motherboards for details Want to know more? Check available information sources.

Looking into OEM solder motherboards for details Want to know more? Check available information sources.

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United_feedzz
Member
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07-27-2016, 09:19 PM
#1
Hello everyone, I've been curious about this and wondering if anyone has any detailed information on how motherboards are assembled. It’s possible some of you might not be aware of all the manufacturing techniques used by makers. I’m looking for an in-depth article or video explaining the whole soldering process. Specifically, I want to understand how OEMs handle Nvidia and Intel chips—do they purchase them in bulk and then process them on the assembly line? I’m interested in the steps involved in this soldering work. It seems both Nvidia and Intel provide different versions that make it easier to cut and solder the chips together, but I’m not sure how the actual process unfolds. I’d like to learn more about this aspect of chip manufacturing.
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United_feedzz
07-27-2016, 09:19 PM #1

Hello everyone, I've been curious about this and wondering if anyone has any detailed information on how motherboards are assembled. It’s possible some of you might not be aware of all the manufacturing techniques used by makers. I’m looking for an in-depth article or video explaining the whole soldering process. Specifically, I want to understand how OEMs handle Nvidia and Intel chips—do they purchase them in bulk and then process them on the assembly line? I’m interested in the steps involved in this soldering work. It seems both Nvidia and Intel provide different versions that make it easier to cut and solder the chips together, but I’m not sure how the actual process unfolds. I’d like to learn more about this aspect of chip manufacturing.

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minigun232
Member
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08-17-2016, 07:49 PM
#2
Reflow ovens and wave soldering techniques are commonly used.
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minigun232
08-17-2016, 07:49 PM #2

Reflow ovens and wave soldering techniques are commonly used.

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Fryisme
Junior Member
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08-26-2016, 09:30 PM
#3
According to @WereCatf, the components are positioned and all are joined together at once, either all at once or in parts.
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Fryisme
08-26-2016, 09:30 PM #3

According to @WereCatf, the components are positioned and all are joined together at once, either all at once or in parts.

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audi497mks
Senior Member
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08-27-2016, 04:45 AM
#4
I didn’t gain much from the unclear responses or the video content. I was hoping to understand the process of assembling mobile motherboards, especially how OEMs combine components. Specifically, I wanted to know how manufacturers obtain their parts and whether they actually purchase Nvidia graphics cards in bulk, disassemble them, and then reassemble them. I also wanted clarity on why consumers can’t buy or separate parts like the Intel 8750h CPU or GTX 1070 max Q for personal use.
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audi497mks
08-27-2016, 04:45 AM #4

I didn’t gain much from the unclear responses or the video content. I was hoping to understand the process of assembling mobile motherboards, especially how OEMs combine components. Specifically, I wanted to know how manufacturers obtain their parts and whether they actually purchase Nvidia graphics cards in bulk, disassemble them, and then reassemble them. I also wanted clarity on why consumers can’t buy or separate parts like the Intel 8750h CPU or GTX 1070 max Q for personal use.

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Berserkin
Junior Member
18
08-28-2016, 06:27 PM
#5
They receive the GPU and CPU directly from distributors, then apply ovens and soldering techniques to attach them to the motherboard. If graphics switching is needed, it's handled via firmware.
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Berserkin
08-28-2016, 06:27 PM #5

They receive the GPU and CPU directly from distributors, then apply ovens and soldering techniques to attach them to the motherboard. If graphics switching is needed, it's handled via firmware.

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h3d
Junior Member
4
08-28-2016, 06:51 PM
#6
Exactly as with the stationary units. No real distinction. It would be absurd. Clearly companies like NVIDIA, Intel, AMD simply provide the raw components and design files for a reference board, then manufacturers adapt the schematics to fit their own requirements. With NVIDIA and Intel, they control which clients receive the parts and what applications are permitted.
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h3d
08-28-2016, 06:51 PM #6

Exactly as with the stationary units. No real distinction. It would be absurd. Clearly companies like NVIDIA, Intel, AMD simply provide the raw components and design files for a reference board, then manufacturers adapt the schematics to fit their own requirements. With NVIDIA and Intel, they control which clients receive the parts and what applications are permitted.

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Fake_Blood123
Member
66
08-28-2016, 07:04 PM
#7
Usually, they travel to a vendor searching for components. The vendor might be a distributor carrying many items or the original maker, purchasing what they need. Sometimes they give precise part details, other times they provide specifications and let the supplier decide based on their preferences or requirements. Nvidia, Intel, and AMD sell large quantities of chips in bulk to suppliers and OEMs, but only to verified companies. Typically, smaller firms rely on third-party distributors for these purchases.
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Fake_Blood123
08-28-2016, 07:04 PM #7

Usually, they travel to a vendor searching for components. The vendor might be a distributor carrying many items or the original maker, purchasing what they need. Sometimes they give precise part details, other times they provide specifications and let the supplier decide based on their preferences or requirements. Nvidia, Intel, and AMD sell large quantities of chips in bulk to suppliers and OEMs, but only to verified companies. Typically, smaller firms rely on third-party distributors for these purchases.

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Magister_Magi
Member
151
08-29-2016, 01:29 AM
#8
Yes, that's correct. The "Nvidia GTX 1070 max q" specification isn't valid—it refers to a bare chip without cooling, which is essentially just the graphics card itself.
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Magister_Magi
08-29-2016, 01:29 AM #8

Yes, that's correct. The "Nvidia GTX 1070 max q" specification isn't valid—it refers to a bare chip without cooling, which is essentially just the graphics card itself.

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ThatOneGuy14
Member
157
08-30-2016, 01:47 PM
#9
It's pretty quiet on the tech forum when it comes to technical queries.
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ThatOneGuy14
08-30-2016, 01:47 PM #9

It's pretty quiet on the tech forum when it comes to technical queries.

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majitu2530
Junior Member
3
09-02-2016, 03:19 PM
#10
There are indeed these components—1070 chips designed with power limits to avoid excessive heat while maintaining efficiency. This control comes from either software settings or hardware features. The details can be found on pcmag.
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majitu2530
09-02-2016, 03:19 PM #10

There are indeed these components—1070 chips designed with power limits to avoid excessive heat while maintaining efficiency. This control comes from either software settings or hardware features. The details can be found on pcmag.

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