Intel confirms chip recall - But limited numbers

Iria · Aug 9, 2005, 04:39 PM

"CHIP GIANT Intel confirmed it had recalled a batch of chips but said it was due to defects in the heatsink rather any problems with the processor.

It also said the batch was of a very limited number. Although a representative wouldn't be drawn on the number recalled, our understanding is that it could affect only a hundred or so.

The batch number is 3502A770, for SKU (stock control unit) Pentium 4 3.73MHz 2MB cache chips with a 1066MHz bus.

The batch has been given a returns number and Intel is providing full refunds on the product."
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daedal · Aug 9, 2005, 04:46 PM

Interesting. Good to see they're recalling and offering refunds.

rgreen83 · Aug 9, 2005, 06:00 PM

So they are recalling and replacing a $1000 processor because the $4 heatsinks were bad? Yeah, ill buy that and that ocean front lot they have on their Chandler, AZ fab property.

Aug 9, 2005, 04:39 PM	#1
Iria DriverHeaven Extreme Member Join Date: Apr 2004 Posts: 7,275 Rep Power: 89	Intel confirms chip recall - But limited numbers "CHIP GIANT Intel confirmed it had recalled a batch of chips but said it was due to defects in the heatsink rather any problems with the processor. It also said the batch was of a very limited number. Although a representative wouldn't be drawn on the number recalled, our understanding is that it could affect only a hundred or so. The batch number is 3502A770, for SKU (stock control unit) Pentium 4 3.73MHz 2MB cache chips with a 1066MHz bus. The batch has been given a returns number and Intel is providing full refunds on the product." __________ Source: The Inquirer

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daedal Uber Coffee Drinker Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Gatineau, Quebec Posts: 2,250 Rep Power: 0	Interesting. Good to see they're recalling and offering refunds. __________________

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rgreen83 DriverHeaven Addict Join Date: Aug 2003 Posts: 357 Rep Power: 0	So they are recalling and replacing a $1000 processor because the $4 heatsinks were bad? Yeah, ill buy that and that ocean front lot they have on their Chandler, AZ fab property.