Fried CPU?
Fried CPU?
How easy is it to completely fry a processor? A long time ago I was building a Pentium 4 system but it wasn't posting so I had the bright idea of taking the heatsink off to feel if the cpu was producing any heat and when I felt it it was burning hot. I immediately switched it off and that was the last I ever tried anything with that cpu since I ended up just getting the new core 2 duo. I suspect my cpu simply wasn't compatible with my mobo to begin with, but what are the chances I fried my cpu when I took the heatsink off? I'm asking because I still have that Pentium 4 and I want to see if I can sell it on ebay for like $5, but not if I cooked it.
It will power down when it reaches high temperatures, but the IHS will likely cause damage if you touch it, because 44°C is when burning begins.
Modern processors often include safeguards to prevent harm. Some online clips show CPUs without heatsinks running at reduced speeds yet staying functional. They can limit performance but still operate, which means removing those safety measures can cause them to fail.
This item is likely to be highly sought after, possibly remaining valuable for a long time. A price of around $5 seems uncertain and may take a while to settle.