CPU has been swapped and now there is no screen.

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11-27-2023, 03:29 AM

TBNR_waffle

11-27-2023, 03:29 AM #1

BenMank
Junior Member

12-01-2023, 09:17 AM

Some 300s and 400s motherboards aren't compatible with the 5000's CPU right away. You'll have to reinstall your previous chip to make it work.

BenMank

12-01-2023, 09:17 AM #2

Some 300s and 400s motherboards aren't compatible with the 5000's CPU right away. You'll have to reinstall your previous chip to make it work.

Petterine
Member

12-02-2023, 10:48 PM

If you're sure about it, use a razor blade to remove the paste, applying just the force of the blade without adding pressure.

Petterine

12-02-2023, 10:48 PM #3

If you're sure about it, use a razor blade to remove the paste, applying just the force of the blade without adding pressure.

Jackller
Member

12-04-2023, 04:17 AM

For the thermal paste removal, the first thought is to use a soft-bristled toothbrush with some safe solvent, like rubbing alcohol. Regarding the BIOS upgrade, it's definitely important for compatibility with a CPU that came after the motherboard was built. However, you'll need to reinstall your old CPU.

Jackller

12-04-2023, 04:17 AM #4

PainfulFist
Member

151

12-04-2023, 07:26 PM

Once you retrieve the previous version, proceed to update the BIOS. If this is your first time, consider researching online thoroughly. Since the board is outdated, you might not be able to immediately switch to the newest version—try flashing older releases first. Always do your homework, as incorrect steps could render the board unusable.

PainfulFist

12-04-2023, 07:26 PM #5

CaptKrazy
Member

234

12-11-2023, 06:05 AM

Lotus10101's concept seems superior, I haven't worked with pinned CPUs much lately. The pins are so fine now that a bristle binding could be problematic.

CaptKrazy

12-11-2023, 06:05 AM #6

Lotus10101's concept seems superior, I haven't worked with pinned CPUs much lately. The pins are so fine now that a bristle binding could be problematic.

berke1010
Member

147

12-13-2023, 06:11 PM

I've been experimenting and believe I'm advancing toward the edge, though it's a slow process.

berke1010

12-13-2023, 06:11 PM #7

I've been experimenting and believe I'm advancing toward the edge, though it's a slow process.

aer1late
Member

12-13-2023, 08:03 PM

It's better to make gradual improvements rather than rushing and risking a complete failure.

aer1late

12-13-2023, 08:03 PM #8

It's better to make gradual improvements rather than rushing and risking a complete failure.

Mr_Floobiful
Posting Freak

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12-19-2023, 04:43 AM

I’ve reviewed the pins and extracted as much information as possible, but some debris remains on certain pins which is proving difficult to remove.

Mr_Floobiful

12-19-2023, 04:43 AM #9

I’ve reviewed the pins and extracted as much information as possible, but some debris remains on certain pins which is proving difficult to remove.

Commando__
Senior Member

744

12-28-2023, 08:59 PM

#10

As long as the paste isn’t touching any pins, it should work fine. Just give it a light blow if needed since you’ve been scraping it.

Commando__

12-28-2023, 08:59 PM #10

As long as the paste isn’t touching any pins, it should work fine. Just give it a light blow if needed since you’ve been scraping it.

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