Could you confirm if the drop was strong enough to affect the motherboard?
Could you confirm if the drop was strong enough to affect the motherboard?
I was taking out my GPU, but it was kind of hard to get out. I had to push down on the tab with one hand while pulling out my GPU with the other. It came out with more force than I was expecting, so I ended up dropping it on the motherboard. It didn’t go very high up since my GPU’s a little bigger than my case; it ended up getting stuck when I pulled it up anyway. It was pretty much just above the PCIE slot. It fell on top of the heatsink of my ASUS TUF Gaming B650 Plus as well as the capacitors directly below the first PCIE slot. Did I damage the motherboard? Everything looks undamaged, and I haven’t noticed any issues like crashing or not booting up, but is it possible I damaged something? I didn’t put in another GPU yet since I returned my defective 6950XT and I’m currently waiting for a good 6800XT sale, so I don’t know if the GPU will work; I’m just using my 7600’s integrated GPU for now which is working just fine. How can I make sure everything’s working properly?
When it functions, it performs well. If not, it indicates an issue. Your setup is correct. You'll notice the slot status when you install the new GPU.
This sounds reasonable. I plan to run Prime95 for 30 minutes to an hour and additional stress tests to verify everything is functioning properly. Thanks! I’ll share some images later as well. It’s reassuring, and the information makes sense. The PCIe slot appears suitable, but I’ll need to double-check compatibility when installing the new GPU. If it doesn’t work, I’ll consider returning it for repair. Thanks!
It’s reassuring that most mobos are quite durable. The PCIE slots aren’t necessarily fragile—pulling out your GPU too hard shouldn’t cause damage if you’re careful. Since you won’t have your new GPU for a while, focus on checking the physical condition of the card and its packaging. Look for any signs of wear, cracks, or loose connections. Ensure the slot is properly seated and secure before installation.
It makes sense that it's unclear at first. Everything looks okay so far, though I'm not sure about the PCIe slot yet. Thanks!