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Using a CGA socket rather than LGA or PGA designations

Using a CGA socket rather than LGA or PGA designations

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Piebunny
Junior Member
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01-09-2023, 04:01 PM
#11
I’ll check each pad carefully to make sure they’re properly seated. Even a small amount of dust can disrupt the connection, so I’ll verify alignment and contact quality across all components.
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Piebunny
01-09-2023, 04:01 PM #11

I’ll check each pad carefully to make sure they’re properly seated. Even a small amount of dust can disrupt the connection, so I’ll verify alignment and contact quality across all components.

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Jason2005_HD
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01-10-2023, 04:07 PM
#12
Looking forward to the VGA port soon.
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Jason2005_HD
01-10-2023, 04:07 PM #12

Looking forward to the VGA port soon.

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LaFuinhaLoka
Junior Member
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01-10-2023, 05:39 PM
#13
You'd need to insert it carefully. A NES toaster would work, but a better idea might be returning to the original cartridge style but placing the RAM slots inside the cartridge itself. This would reduce the number of pins on the motherboard and allow both sides of the CPU to be cooled. Essentially, the RAM would sit at the edge of the CPU cartridge, giving the cooler access to both sides. Probably won't happen. The short-lived cartridge CPUs had a reason for that.
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LaFuinhaLoka
01-10-2023, 05:39 PM #13

You'd need to insert it carefully. A NES toaster would work, but a better idea might be returning to the original cartridge style but placing the RAM slots inside the cartridge itself. This would reduce the number of pins on the motherboard and allow both sides of the CPU to be cooled. Essentially, the RAM would sit at the edge of the CPU cartridge, giving the cooler access to both sides. Probably won't happen. The short-lived cartridge CPUs had a reason for that.

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Palmox
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01-10-2023, 06:12 PM
#14
It goes even beyond the initial concept...
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Palmox
01-10-2023, 06:12 PM #14

It goes even beyond the initial concept...

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Koningtwann
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01-11-2023, 12:32 AM
#15
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Koningtwann
01-11-2023, 12:32 AM #15

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RoyalUmbreon
Member
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01-12-2023, 01:10 AM
#16
I understand Roman's background thoroughly. As I mentioned earlier, he's essentially a total novice, or at least very unlucky in this situation.
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RoyalUmbreon
01-12-2023, 01:10 AM #16

I understand Roman's background thoroughly. As I mentioned earlier, he's essentially a total novice, or at least very unlucky in this situation.

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_eXelenT_
Junior Member
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01-21-2023, 06:33 PM
#17
This idea is already being applied. Known as Ball Grid Array, or BGA for short. The method involves using pads to connect the CPU to the board, meaning it isn't designed for easy swapping. LGA connections are adaptable, and the PCB can be adjusted too. Those who have over-tightened cooling systems often notice some contacts don’t make contact, leading to a failure to engage. I think a CGA setup would achieve similar results right away or with minimal force. The PGA platform faces comparable challenges with LGA, though it’s less common since pins sit in a V-shaped slot beneath the sliding mechanism. Overall, it tends to be a more secure fastening method for CPUs. It’s usually simpler to align CPU pins on the board than on the PCB, which often remain bent.
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_eXelenT_
01-21-2023, 06:33 PM #17

This idea is already being applied. Known as Ball Grid Array, or BGA for short. The method involves using pads to connect the CPU to the board, meaning it isn't designed for easy swapping. LGA connections are adaptable, and the PCB can be adjusted too. Those who have over-tightened cooling systems often notice some contacts don’t make contact, leading to a failure to engage. I think a CGA setup would achieve similar results right away or with minimal force. The PGA platform faces comparable challenges with LGA, though it’s less common since pins sit in a V-shaped slot beneath the sliding mechanism. Overall, it tends to be a more secure fastening method for CPUs. It’s usually simpler to align CPU pins on the board than on the PCB, which often remain bent.

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