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chip creep Last modified: Monday, February 13, 2006
Mainly referenced to older computer systems. Chip creep refers to the problem of chips that, over time, would work their way out of the socket. Chip creep occurred due to thermal expansion; the contracting and expanding during system heat up and cool down. While chip creep was most common with older memory modules it was a problem with other main chips that were inserted into sockets. To fix chip creep, users of older systems would often have to remove the case cover and push the loose chip back into the socket. Today's systems are not affected so much by chip creep since chips are mainly soldered into place or are more securely held by various types of retainer clips.
Processor Sockets and Slots  Describes socket and slot standards and other issues related to mating processors to the system motherboard. This page is from "The PC Guide." HardwareCentral: Memory Packaging In the old days, these chips were either soldered onto the motherboard or placed in special sockets. Unfortunately, this meant that when a memory chip went bad, you had to replace the whole motherboard. With socketed chips, chip creep became the problem.	Related Categories Connectors, Plugs and Sockets Hardware Related Terms chip computer system hardware memory socket chip creep Products : Top Store Offers: LiveScience Store  99.95The Insultabotz creeps forward with its six insect-like legs and will avoid objects in its way. It can detect objects with its infrared eye and move a... Compare all matches: 0 Store Offers