Re: chipset heat sink not detected, system halted -- WHAT'S THE PROBLEM ???

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> QUICK FIX.
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> The same thing happened to me. When I opened my computer, I noticed
> that the "wire" that the "z" hook goes through had broken off but that
> the actual device was still in place. Having read numerous postings on
> this (apparently it is a common problem with Dell 4600C's), I determined
> that the error message is triggered not just when the device comes off
> but also if the clasp holding it in breaks. The electric current is
> detected by the computer. When it breaks, the computer thinks the
> device has come off. If the device is in place and only the clasp has
> broken, it's simply a matter of restoring the flow of the current. So,
> I found some wire that I used to make jewelry which I attached to the Z
> hook (clasp) and attached the other end to the small metal arched piece
> with two legs one of which could still be placed inside one of the holes
> in the motherboard. I am sure many variations of this are possible.
> You could put the wire inside the holes for example, if you have lost
> the metal peice to hook into. Be creative! Just remember to turn off
> your computer or you will be electocuted! This is just a temporary fix
> but I am happy to have time now. The Dell site says after the
> connection is broken it can't be restored. It will be interesting to
> hear what the tech says. Good luck to all of you!
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