GPU Fried? Am I doomed for the 2070s?
GPU Fried? Am I doomed for the 2070s?
Played Tropico 6 and PC crashed after a split-second reboot. Suspected dead PSU or motherboard until GPU worked with PCIe unplugged. Tried various ports, connected via 6/8 pin but not PCIe due to power management issues. After a short delay, GPU began smoking and sparks. Thought there might be a fix at home or a shop. PC functions normally without it. Thanks. P.S. If you think I’m a dork, let me know in the comments.
Ensure you understand electrical tasks before handling wiring; doing this without proper training can cause serious risks. If your GPU has failed, it’s likely permanently damaged—replace it and check for any remaining warranty coverage, though chances are slim.
Hello there! I noticed your GPU isn’t working well—it looks like a capacitor might have failed. If you locate the burn mark on the board, a repair shop can help fix it.
I understand my constraints and am having trouble with the soldering iron. Appreciate your support.
That's comforting. I wouldn't have expected such a basic problem to lead to a fire risk. It seems the root cause was the card, so I'll send it to a store for evaluation.