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Scratch on the motherboard. Dropped screwdriver...

Scratch on the motherboard. Dropped screwdriver...

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Jeovany
Junior Member
48
08-04-2022, 03:38 AM
#1
Hello, I’m working on a build and have usually handled this well, but this time my hand slipped while installing the CPU cooler. I think some metal is slightly exposed. The scratches appear over a large area, and the surface feels different from the rest. It’s located near the top heat sink, which isn’t familiar to me. Any suggestions?
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Jeovany
08-04-2022, 03:38 AM #1

Hello, I’m working on a build and have usually handled this well, but this time my hand slipped while installing the CPU cooler. I think some metal is slightly exposed. The scratches appear over a large area, and the surface feels different from the rest. It’s located near the top heat sink, which isn’t familiar to me. Any suggestions?

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Rxnger
Member
198
08-04-2022, 07:38 AM
#2
The marks seem minor. Probably, they won’t trigger a return for the customer. Just share it online and observe the outcome. It seems fine.
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Rxnger
08-04-2022, 07:38 AM #2

The marks seem minor. Probably, they won’t trigger a return for the customer. Just share it online and observe the outcome. It seems fine.

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ZaButcher698
Junior Member
15
08-12-2022, 02:17 PM
#3
It's acceptable for the purpose. To ensure lasting protection against corrosion, consider applying a protective layer such as nail polish or another sealant over the area.
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ZaButcher698
08-12-2022, 02:17 PM #3

It's acceptable for the purpose. To ensure lasting protection against corrosion, consider applying a protective layer such as nail polish or another sealant over the area.

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Myloit
Member
145
08-12-2022, 10:13 PM
#4
Keep your nails looking fresh, not like your sister's lilac or summat.
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Myloit
08-12-2022, 10:13 PM #4

Keep your nails looking fresh, not like your sister's lilac or summat.

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GamerVini
Junior Member
27
08-17-2022, 04:24 PM
#5
That area looks like it's one big conductive fill. Sometimes PCB designers will use them like heatsinks. Since it's all connected anyway, there's little chance of it shorting anything. It doesn't look deep enough to reach the inner PCB layers, either. It should be fine. But if you want to, go for it! We don't judge.
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GamerVini
08-17-2022, 04:24 PM #5

That area looks like it's one big conductive fill. Sometimes PCB designers will use them like heatsinks. Since it's all connected anyway, there's little chance of it shorting anything. It doesn't look deep enough to reach the inner PCB layers, either. It should be fine. But if you want to, go for it! We don't judge.