F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop I don’t have the CPU cover for your motherboard, but you can still share it.

I don’t have the CPU cover for your motherboard, but you can still share it.

I don’t have the CPU cover for your motherboard, but you can still share it.

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HighSchoolDxD_
Junior Member
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10-24-2016, 11:51 PM
#1
Hello. You're planning to sell your old motherboard. Be aware that using masking tape might cause the tape to come off during shipping, which could damage the pins. It's best to avoid that. You mentioned you have the original box available and are considering adding packing peanuts for extra protection. That sounds like a solid approach.
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HighSchoolDxD_
10-24-2016, 11:51 PM #1

Hello. You're planning to sell your old motherboard. Be aware that using masking tape might cause the tape to come off during shipping, which could damage the pins. It's best to avoid that. You mentioned you have the original box available and are considering adding packing peanuts for extra protection. That sounds like a solid approach.

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F50_United
Member
183
10-25-2016, 08:27 AM
#2
You might want to double-check your setup. Placing tape over the cover instead of cardboard could affect insulation. Make sure the bag is secure and the board is properly seated. It’s better safe than sorry!
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F50_United
10-25-2016, 08:27 AM #2

You might want to double-check your setup. Placing tape over the cover instead of cardboard could affect insulation. Make sure the bag is secure and the board is properly seated. It’s better safe than sorry!

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ShrekMLG
Member
226
10-25-2016, 03:23 PM
#3
Most motherboard boxes will fit inside a flat rate USPS box. Don't put anything on the socket. If there's nothing there, then nothing will happen.
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ShrekMLG
10-25-2016, 03:23 PM #3

Most motherboard boxes will fit inside a flat rate USPS box. Don't put anything on the socket. If there's nothing there, then nothing will happen.

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Shade2OGamer
Junior Member
39
11-13-2016, 02:19 PM
#4
It’s possible to locate a similar box, though placing nothing on the socket might risk damaging the pins. They’re quite delicate.
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Shade2OGamer
11-13-2016, 02:19 PM #4

It’s possible to locate a similar box, though placing nothing on the socket might risk damaging the pins. They’re quite delicate.

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Gollum4545
Member
107
11-18-2016, 08:08 AM
#5
They could be harmed by various factors depending on the context.
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Gollum4545
11-18-2016, 08:08 AM #5

They could be harmed by various factors depending on the context.

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therealalvaron
Junior Member
45
11-18-2016, 10:02 AM
#6
If the container was hit during shipping, a part of it might move inside and harm the components.
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therealalvaron
11-18-2016, 10:02 AM #6

If the container was hit during shipping, a part of it might move inside and harm the components.

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Mai_Games
Member
105
11-19-2016, 08:28 AM
#7
I understand the situation, but there would likely be more damage to the board. Begin by confirming you have the original purchase receipt. Next, secure the package with insurance. Inform the buyer that you lack coverage and send the package. Capture a photo before sealing it and record the timestamp (your phone should handle this automatically). Proceed with shipping. If damage occurs and you still have the receipt, it should be covered under the policy. I've seen boards arrive without protection and no safeguards in place. For the pins, I haven't noticed them bent. However, tape may not be reliable for cardboard, especially in hot trailers. It's safer to avoid loose materials inside the box. (My take)
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Mai_Games
11-19-2016, 08:28 AM #7

I understand the situation, but there would likely be more damage to the board. Begin by confirming you have the original purchase receipt. Next, secure the package with insurance. Inform the buyer that you lack coverage and send the package. Capture a photo before sealing it and record the timestamp (your phone should handle this automatically). Proceed with shipping. If damage occurs and you still have the receipt, it should be covered under the policy. I've seen boards arrive without protection and no safeguards in place. For the pins, I haven't noticed them bent. However, tape may not be reliable for cardboard, especially in hot trailers. It's safer to avoid loose materials inside the box. (My take)

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thadiahunta
Member
60
11-19-2016, 11:54 AM
#8
I'll take out the cardboard and place it in a box. I don't have the purchase receipt since it was the original board in my old prebuilt PC. Thanks.
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thadiahunta
11-19-2016, 11:54 AM #8

I'll take out the cardboard and place it in a box. I don't have the purchase receipt since it was the original board in my old prebuilt PC. Thanks.

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CocaCola15
Senior Member
603
11-20-2016, 03:01 AM
#9
You face a scenario similar to Schrödinger's cat. You require a view of the board inside the sealed box, yet you must open it to capture the image. There’s no indication that the board was harmed after the photo was taken. At my location, boxes often include a torn playing card in the opening to prevent dirt from reaching the pins.
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CocaCola15
11-20-2016, 03:01 AM #9

You face a scenario similar to Schrödinger's cat. You require a view of the board inside the sealed box, yet you must open it to capture the image. There’s no indication that the board was harmed after the photo was taken. At my location, boxes often include a torn playing card in the opening to prevent dirt from reaching the pins.

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phlip9
Member
128
11-24-2016, 08:52 PM
#10
That looks interesting. I've never seen a playing card like that before. I've had new ones recently, so I installed a protector, used it with a CPU, and set it up open socketed. I haven't tried a homemade protector yet. I think I'll just leave it open socket and avoid touching it. In the past eight years, I've bought no more than ten new and used LGA boards, and the last one was brand new.
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phlip9
11-24-2016, 08:52 PM #10

That looks interesting. I've never seen a playing card like that before. I've had new ones recently, so I installed a protector, used it with a CPU, and set it up open socketed. I haven't tried a homemade protector yet. I think I'll just leave it open socket and avoid touching it. In the past eight years, I've bought no more than ten new and used LGA boards, and the last one was brand new.

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