>> I've been having terrible problems with xwindow crashes, screen >> distortion, ibm mouse port and serial ports. In desperation I squirted >> a little WD-40 on the cpu fan, well all the problems went away. >> I'm using a cyrix 686 233 MII, seems quite sensitive to a slight >> decrease in fan speed (increase in temperature). Any suggestions >> for a good cpu fan ,other cooling methods or any tips. Are there >> any comparable cpu's compatible with a bios from a couple of years ago, >> that use just a heat sink?
I have used motor oil on mine and it worked, but eventually I had to put in a new fan on the cpu. What was unexpected was that a small computer shop in town actually had the fans for about $12. -- Andrew
