Is your motherboard showing any signs of leakage?
Is your motherboard showing any signs of leakage?
Two machines are experiencing significant problems, especially around this damp area. How did we end up here?
Is the radar positioned correctly at the top? It might be misaligned.
I assisted my friend in assembling a new PC, and his previous motherboard matched the exact model. It showed the same greasy marks you mentioned—likely from the VRM cooling system or possibly a melted thermal pad. Not sure what it was, but it looks like some wear or damage.
It seems you're weighing the risks of proceeding. Consider what could happen if you move forward.
It confirms the issue is due to electrolytes from the caps, making it extremely harmful to continue using it.
I’d remove it from the case, check for swollen or leaking caps and the thermal pads.