2009-05-21, 15:30 | Link #221 | |
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2009-05-21, 16:00 | Link #222 |
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I tried that and it didn't work. The machine still lag out and peaked at 85 degree. That's super hot and rendered my machine useless. So this evening I eventually dissected my Macbook and see what happens....
Very dirty and ugly isnt' it? But the accumulated dust is not the culprit. THis is the culprit The Chinese workers have no idea how to properly applied thermal paste. It's too much and too thick and now all dried out so the heat transfer wasn't efficient and resulted in my machine lock down. I ran out to the local electronic store and got my self a Silver thermal paste, then applied thinly and evenly. The result was staggering, now my macbook peaked at 70 degree Celsius!!! Idle at 40 degree only! That's massive 35-40 degree drop in temperature! And now I can watch any 1080p files with out a hiccup! Thanks for your help though, I know it has to come to dissecting sooner or later because I always have this problem ever since I purchased. Just need to wait until the warranty expires! |
2009-05-21, 17:01 | Link #223 | |
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Congrats on your results though. |
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2009-05-21, 18:49 | Link #224 | |
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My warranty only ends in august so i think i'll wait until it ends, then i can change my hard disk and re-apply thermal paste Did you open by yourself or follow ifixit guides? |
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2009-05-21, 20:02 | Link #225 |
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Yeah I followed Ifixit guide. It's very clear and to the point. Be warned though, Macbook internals are very sensitive. After I reassemble I couldn't turn it on because some screw were loose and the internals could shake and cause system failure. I have to reopen the chassis and make sure everything is properly fixed and screwed. The 2nd time I don't need the guide because I can remember all the screw positions. You will have to deal with approx 20 screws so mark their position before you proceed.
Other than that, the process is simple if you are comfortable with pc hardware. When you apply thermal paste, make sure it's thin and evenly but cover the CPU die completely. Also polish the heatsink will help with heat transfer too I also remove a lot of dust with cottonbutt. Need to be delicate or you might risk break something inside If you are unsure how to remove some plugs e.g. fan plugs and thermometer (was very tricky) make sure you check out instruction videos on youtube like this one. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=REglcP2xw-w Very helpful! hopes that helps |
2009-05-22, 22:25 | Link #227 |
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Hm, i'm have came across this anoying bug in Mplayer OSX Extended. I don't know what caused it, but i think after 10.5.7 update, the preferences panel from Mplayer OS X Extended doesn't work anymore.
I mean, even if i change anything, the Apply and OK buttons doesn't do anything, only Cancel button works. i don't remember if before the update it was doing this but i don't think so. I've searched the Trac and looks like there are similar problems like mine, so looks like it's not only me Waiting anxiously for rev11 |
2009-05-26, 23:19 | Link #228 | |
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I'm curious as to what Rev11 will feature though, aside from bug fixing. |
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2009-05-27, 12:13 | Link #229 | |
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I suggest using removing the preference files by dragging MPlayer OS X Extended using AppCleaner and try again. If it doesn't help, try downloading the 10.5.7 Combo Update and install it.
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2009-05-27, 17:37 | Link #231 |
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rev11-test1 is out!
Edit: Oh, and could you check if your mplayer process is still marked as inactive in Activity Monitor? Thanks!
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2009-05-28, 07:10 | Link #232 | |
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So the problem is still there. |
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2009-05-28, 13:28 | Link #233 |
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I found that if you have Mplayer start in fullscreen and then exit full screen (normal size), the aspect ratio gets messed up and parts of the video get cut off. It seems like the player still thinks it is in full screen when it is not.
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2009-05-29, 00:33 | Link #236 | |
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I love the new icon too. |
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2009-05-31, 11:53 | Link #238 |
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I tested the newest build on my sisters Macbook Pro (2.66 GHz Model)
MT off: It seems to use alot more CPU with MT off and mplayer window reports "Not Responding" MT on: With MT, it uses alot less CPU and not reports the mplayer window "not responding", but marks it after several minutes of playing video.
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2009-05-31, 13:28 | Link #239 | |
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What I'm wondering is if that problem has since been resolved, because after testing Rev11's MT build, everything that is h264 (not just 1080p playback) seems to perform slightly smoother. |
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