• Cosmonaut_Collin@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I still have my dad’s old computer jacks for lifting up the computer to flush the memory fluid. Computers aren’t built the same they used to be.

    • ArcaneSlime@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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      1 year ago

      This actually has me wondering: I just ordered a framework 16 that’ll ship out in 5y (ok like 3mo, but FUUUU-), but what are the torque specs on the screws in all the various innards I may need to replace or upgrade? Lowest my screwdriver can go is 10 in/lbs.

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        1 year ago

        Hmm, cursory Google searches don’t seem to indicate a clear answer. You could always ask framework themselves, but I suspect that the answer is the general spec on the torx screws they use, and likely lower torque when it fastens a non-metal part.

        I might be crucified for saying this, but does it need specific torque? Generally you’re looking for fastened/snug, because unless it’s a moving/vibrating part or a safety critical fastener, it’s generally overkill to specify torque. (Including the threadripper torque wrench)

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      1 year ago

      That is a Torx (a brand name) wrench, not a torque wrench.

      Torx is a proprietary driver shape for fasteners.

      A torque wrench is a regular wrench but it has a mechanism inside that measures how much torque is applied and clicks when an adjustable threshold is passed, so you know exactly how tight the fastener is.

      • GrundlButter@lemmy.dbzer0.com
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        1 year ago

        It’s both! I’ve used one many times before, it does indeed click at a specific torque. It also has a Torx bit in it.

        Unfortunately, the bit is glued in there, so neither the bit nor the torque driver can be reused for anything. It’s just a wasteful gimmick.

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        1 year ago

        Actually, it is a Torx torque wrench. They came with Threadripper CPUs because they had a very specific torque specification. It’s why the handle looks so odd.

  • RealFknNito@lemmy.world
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    1 year ago

    I often think I’m not that smart with computers.

    Then I see shit like this and remind myself there’s a whole category of people way dumber.

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      1 year ago

      I’m convinced that the people making these stock photos are making them ridiculous for shits and giggles