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TheGreatGrapeApe · May 12, 2003

So I've found a FX5800 ultra online for cheap.

How do I mod it to a 5900Ultra?

Do I need one of them small/underperforming HSF or can I stick with the one I get?

Oh, and since the 5800 core and memory are faster, shouldn't it be a faster card?

I'll sit here waiting for your responses while zipping my Zima and Crystal Pepsi.

Thunks!

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RCPilot · May 12, 2003

LOL You know it's going to happen.

If it ain't broke, take it apart & see why not!

Ryan_Plus_One · May 12, 2003

You can't mod your memory bandwidth to 256. Plus, the 5800 already runs too hot for comfort. After reading that article on the front page it doesn't look like modding 5800 to 5900 will be possible.

Sarke · May 12, 2003

Yeah, the nv35 is a completely different chip than nv30. It would be like trying to mod a i845 to a i875! Besdies, as Ryan_Plus_One said, you would have flames shooting out of your PC (very loud flames I might add) if you try and OC a nv30. The nv30 reminded me of the last 3dfx card (that 2 feet long, brute force card that was a last desperate attempt at performence), good thing nVidia had the nv35 ready to whip out.

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cleeve · May 12, 2003

Erm... he was joking, fellows.

I believe he Ape was mocking the inevitable army of morons soon to come.

Sarke · May 12, 2003

of course he was joking, read my reply. can't you sense at least a little sarcasm?

Ryan_Plus_One · May 12, 2003

Oh. i get it now.

I will take my attempt at friendly advice elsewhere.

Can I get one of those crystal pepsis??

jihiggs · May 12, 2003

crystal pepsi? that was gross. and zima? blech. now thats a girly drink if i ever seen one.

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TheGreatGrapeApe · May 13, 2003

Cleeve man! You mean it can't be done?

Dang! Gotta get me some liquid paper and sell this quick as a 5900 to some unsuspecting E-bayer!

'New in box Nvidia 58, err 59 hundred Ultra!

It looks like I took advantage of people (newbie)'s Goodwill again. Ooops!

And SARKE, my boss don't work my hours and the work gets done, so I'm cruisin'.
And don't be touchin' me man! :tongue:

MMMmm, CRYSTAL GRAVY another fine product brought to you by SNL, the folks who gave you Schwetty Balls!

- You need a licence to buy a gun, but they'll sell anyone a stamp (or internet account) ! RED GREEN :tongue: GA to SK

Sarke · May 13, 2003

Relax Grape, only a joke

btw, are you feeling better today?

TheGreatGrapeApe · May 13, 2003

Mmm Aloe. Yes Feel Good!

But enough about me, how's Lars, and where's our Power consumption heat production figures.

Also an updated comparison of all the current cards would be a nice thing to see over the next couple of month especially including the new Doom ]|[ banchmark.

- You need a licence to buy a gun, but they'll sell anyone a stamp (or internet account) ! RED GREEN :tongue: GA to SK

dinkster9 · May 13, 2003

well, then, can't i just pick up a 5600 and turn it into a 5900u? I'm betting i'll need a 12'x12' fan with a optima blue top battery to run the thing...lol. please don't mention crystal pepsi again, uuuuuuuuuugggggggggghhhhhhh!!!

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eden · May 13, 2003

Wass Crystal Pepsi anyways?

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phial · May 13, 2003

You can't mod your memory bandwidth to 256. Plus, the 5800 already runs too hot for comfort. After reading that article on the front page it doesn't look like modding 5800 to 5900 will be possible.

ahahaha... noob

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CasualCat2001 · May 13, 2003

first you must remove the current hsf:
-place your card in the oven to get it nice and hot (450 should do it at 15 min)
-this will make the hsf easier to remove
don't forget to save this fan, you never know when you might need it as a replacement part for a conair hairdryer
second, and this is the tricky part, you have to remove the GPU chip:
-find a straight slot screwdriver
-find a hammer
-now take the screwdriver and insert it under the corner of the chip and pry that bad boy off...don't worry about any twisting or bending, that is what the hammer is for
-next if your chip is bent, place it on some concrete and hammer it flat again
-now you need to solder the chip back on 90 degrees counter-clockwise...phew almost there stay with me
third, making the new hsf:
-get some wax
-find a friend who already has a 5900
-get some copper and some clay
-heat the wax and poor it over the hsf of your friends 5900
-wait for it to cool, this will be the start of your mold
-carfully remove the wax without breaking it
-cut out the center where the fan goes
-now work the clay around the outside of the wax mold
-fire the clay so it is hardened
-now you can melt the copper and pour it into your new clay mold
-after it has cooled, attach a standard antec 80mm case fan to the new copper heatsink
finally attach the hsf to the chip with artic silver thermal paste and you are ready to go

dhlucke · May 13, 2003

I followed your instructions and it's not working !

Everyone should be like the Dutch. They're perfect.

TheGreatGrapeApe · May 13, 2003

ROFLMAO!

Owee my A$$ hurts shouldn't do that!
So is it an Easy bake oven? I can never get tha lightbulb to cook my freakin' Pizzas! Mmm Doughey, aaahh!

BTW, what's a screwdriver? Is this going to get technical because my A+ certification still hasn't come back from Sally Struthers!
Can I use Play-doh instead of clay? Do I get to Eat the wax after I'm done? Should I put it in the oven too? Mmmm, Heatsink-Floor-Pie-Wax!

Dhlucke - Lol !

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phial · May 13, 2003

yur stoopid

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TheGreatGrapeApe · May 13, 2003

Well Duh! :tongue:

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