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Where to find Slot 1 Retention Modules in UK

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First post, by plecoslugi

Posted on 2017-01-18, 19:39

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Hi, recently I acquired a slot 1 motherboard but the retention module is missing from the slot. The Pentium 2 I have seems to stay put in the slot but i'm not too keen on leaving the CPU unsupported.
I have tried to locate a replacement module online but the prices are greater than just buying another board (due to shipping from USA).

If anyone knows where I could find a replacement set in the UK I would really appreciate the help.

Thanks.

Reply 1 of 6, by meljor

Posted on 2017-01-18, 20:25

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I had one running for years without them, it's fine. My current p2b and p3b-f i do not use them as well.

If you want to secure it maybe do it with a ty-wrap, some hot glue or a drop of kit.

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Reply 2 of 6, by chinny22

Posted on 2017-01-18, 20:59

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meljor wrote:
I had one running for years without them, it's fine. My current p2b and p3b-f i do not use them as well.

If you want to secure it maybe do it with a ty-wrap, some hot glue or a drop of kit.

Same and same
Even towards the end of the slot 1 era when upgrading from a P2 to a 2nd hand P3 CPU was cheap and got you a few more years I saw zip ties being used.

Reply 3 of 6, by plecoslugi

Posted on 2017-01-18, 23:07

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Thanks for the replies 😀 good to know I don't need to spend a whole lot more. If I have anymore problems i'll give one of these methods a go.

Reply 4 of 6, by gerwin

Posted on 2017-01-19, 00:59

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Just like an AGP connector, The Slot 1 connector is a double row of contacts. The weight of the CPU heatsink or a kick to the computer case can bring it out of proper angle, causing loss of contact.
For temporary setups I don't bother. For something inside a case: I secure it, one way or the other. Not for fear of it falling out, but for the perpendicular angle.

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Reply 5 of 6, by PhilsComputerLab

Posted on 2017-01-19, 01:06

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gerwin wrote:
For temporary setups I don't bother. For something inside a case: I secure it, one way or the other. Not for fear of it falling out, but for the perpendicular angle.

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Reply 6 of 6, by FFXIhealer

Posted on 2017-01-19, 01:27

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I took parts of the retaining clips out of my system when I took the Pentium II processor out. The Pentium III doesn't have any mounts for those, but it uses the side slot retaining brackets. I kind of wish I had another bracket set, but I don't.

I just found a website where I can get one for $3 USD.
http://www.pccables.com/AMP_SLOT_1_CPU_RETAIN … S_SET_of_2.html