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To: John Walliker who wrote (112361)	10/4/2000 2:57:13 PM
From: Ali Chen	Respond to of 186894

<You assert that a processor with a temperature limit of 60deg C is inherently unreliable.> No. I assert that a PC with 60deg.C processor is inherently unreliable. We are talking here about consumer market and not about reliability in theory. Heavier heat sink tends to fall off, which gives more reasons for the system to fail or be DOA. Better thermal interface usually requires more pressure to install, which lead to more probability of chip mechanical damage on assembly lines. More air flow and lower local case temperature require more fans - and more chances to fail again. <..but I object to gross generalisations which can lead to incorrect conclusions.> Reinstating the relevant context of the original discussion, it is you who have arrived to incorrect conclusion. Sorry.