I need help recapping this Dell XPS 410/9200 with 2 blown-out caps and some that are soon to be on their way out. Right now I'm not in a hurry because the PC is still running fine (luckily no BSODs, freezes, etc.)...so far. But why is this???
In the event it goes kaput, is it better to replace the board with a Dell-refurbed one (around $190), recap (buy myself a soldering/desoldering station) or just get another PC?
If I go with the recap, do I need a lead-free version soldering station? I heard motherboards nowadays are lead-free compliant or something. If so, I'm interested in this model:
http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/9750
Since it comes only with a desoldering gun which has a 5-pin connector to the main unit (apart from the tube connector), I was thinking maybe I can purchase a replacement soldering iron from one of their soldering station models and use it with the BK4000. Anyway, all their irons have the same 5-pin connector, this way maybe I can make a "combo" out of this desoldering unit. What do you think, guys? Will this work? It's much cheaper than buying 2 stations.
Your help is much appreciated.
In the event it goes kaput, is it better to replace the board with a Dell-refurbed one (around $190), recap (buy myself a soldering/desoldering station) or just get another PC?
If I go with the recap, do I need a lead-free version soldering station? I heard motherboards nowadays are lead-free compliant or something. If so, I'm interested in this model:
http://www.circuitspecialists.com/prod.itml/icOid/9750
Since it comes only with a desoldering gun which has a 5-pin connector to the main unit (apart from the tube connector), I was thinking maybe I can purchase a replacement soldering iron from one of their soldering station models and use it with the BK4000. Anyway, all their irons have the same 5-pin connector, this way maybe I can make a "combo" out of this desoldering unit. What do you think, guys? Will this work? It's much cheaper than buying 2 stations.
Your help is much appreciated.
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