Push pins broken on Arctic Cooling 7 Pro, where to get replacements or new bracket?

[chaarlieee]

I was setting up my new p180 mini and had everything wired and working. Since the computer ran smoothly, I ran all the wires behind the motherboard and cleaned it up a little, then turned it back on.

My computer just kept randomly shutting off after a few seconds. After being stupid enough to turn it on repeatedly, I shook my Arctic Cooling Freezer Pro and the top pins fell out and weren't completely fastened...

So I tried to push the pins back in and two of them split.

Any idea where I can get replacement pins for cheap? They are the ones shown here:

http://www.directron.com/intelpushpins.html (oos)
http://www.frozencpu.com/products/6...U_Retention_Clips_-_4-pack.html?tl=g40c14s222 (oos)
http://www.axiontech.com/prdt.php?item=78672 (shipping kills the price)

I was able to get the computer to boot XP but I wouldn't be shocked if I had to get a new cpu. I hate these ****ing push pins.

 

[tiraides]

Without resorting to the "generic" (eBay) answer, you could try contacting Arctic Cooling's customer support and find out if they could give you new push-pins.

You should also consider buying the screws that are used in mounting kits like the Thermalright Bolt-Thru kit. They are easier to work with, and are less prone to breaking, than the push-pins.

 

[chaarlieee]

Without resorting to the "generic" (eBay) answer, you could try contacting Arctic Cooling's customer support and find out if they could give you new push-pins.

You should also consider buying the screws that are used in mounting kits like the Thermalright Bolt-Thru kit. They are easier to work with, and are less prone to breaking, than the push-pins.

Thanks, I knew about those but completely forgot to check ebay.

Got one for $9.