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Component not functioning due to missing capacitors or resistors.

Component not functioning due to missing capacitors or resistors.

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aherdofpigs
Junior Member
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02-01-2022, 07:09 PM
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I recently purchased a 3200mHz 16GB kit from Trident Z on Gumtree (similar to Facebook marketplace). Upon returning home, I tested it in my brother's system and found only one stick functioning. The non-working one appeared to be missing a capacitor or resistor—though I'm not sure what exactly is needed. Could I replace it by soldering a new component, or is this unit permanently faulty? I've already contacted the seller, but they haven't responded yet. Edited April 30, 2022 by jgeur3
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aherdofpigs
02-01-2022, 07:09 PM #1

I recently purchased a 3200mHz 16GB kit from Trident Z on Gumtree (similar to Facebook marketplace). Upon returning home, I tested it in my brother's system and found only one stick functioning. The non-working one appeared to be missing a capacitor or resistor—though I'm not sure what exactly is needed. Could I replace it by soldering a new component, or is this unit permanently faulty? I've already contacted the seller, but they haven't responded yet. Edited April 30, 2022 by jgeur3

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Lucky_Arnout
Member
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02-07-2022, 11:06 PM
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It's possible, though fixing it manually seems improbable. The timing settings might get disrupted, causing the system to fail completely or behave unpredictably.
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Lucky_Arnout
02-07-2022, 11:06 PM #2

It's possible, though fixing it manually seems improbable. The timing settings might get disrupted, causing the system to fail completely or behave unpredictably.

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shadowgtr
Member
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02-08-2022, 05:10 AM
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You can replace another part in its place using a spare RAM module from a broken one. It should function properly as long as everything else is fine. There’s no visible harm to the PCB, pads, or surrounding areas beyond the missing component. Just remember to keep the two circuit sides apart—this small area can easily get solder together if overheated. This might happen, but if the stick is dead, it’s a good idea to try anyway. You might even be able to repair it.
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shadowgtr
02-08-2022, 05:10 AM #3

You can replace another part in its place using a spare RAM module from a broken one. It should function properly as long as everything else is fine. There’s no visible harm to the PCB, pads, or surrounding areas beyond the missing component. Just remember to keep the two circuit sides apart—this small area can easily get solder together if overheated. This might happen, but if the stick is dead, it’s a good idea to try anyway. You might even be able to repair it.

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GingerGamer
Junior Member
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02-10-2022, 04:23 PM
#4
I recently checked the RAM in another system (the one I intend to use later) and it functioned properly. After applying the XMP profile, it operated at the rated speed. The only problem is that Windows indicated half of the RAM was reserved for hardware, while the full 16GB were recognized in the BIOS.
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GingerGamer
02-10-2022, 04:23 PM #4

I recently checked the RAM in another system (the one I intend to use later) and it functioned properly. After applying the XMP profile, it operated at the rated speed. The only problem is that Windows indicated half of the RAM was reserved for hardware, while the full 16GB were recognized in the BIOS.