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This highlights the importance of having the correct specifications. Without them, I might have thought your components were incorrect. Haswell CPUs were launched in 2013. In 2010, you'd need a chip before the Sandy Bridge era, and I’d strongly advise against investing in an outdated system.
It’s quite a mess compared to what I’ve seen from Intel CPUs that are still functional. You should have a solid motherboard with BIOS updates to reach the refreshed Haswell models, and an i7-4790 could be purchased for around $30. A 4790K is also possible but at $75 it starts to feel like a price that better fits a platform update.
You’ll also need to update your BIOS if you haven’t already (you might be able to...
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I have a point, sorry for missing the details earlier. Thanks for the reply.
>The thermal paste between the stock cooler and the CPU has been cleaned off, I had no thermal paste...Next, I seated the CPU back into the slot and viola, the system booted like a charm...Until, after two days, the issue recurred.
Suggest thermal paste.
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>Should I care to get a new CPU for a 13 year old rig?
If CPU worked for 2 days w/o good heatsinking, it's probably fine. Get paste first and find out.
>Which Haswell processor may I choose, since this is a chance for an upgrade from my i5-4430?
>Could the absence of thermal paste cause no-post issues?
Given your inexperience at PC-building per above question, plus other indications, suggest sticking with same CPU for best chance at success.
A faster CPU would have minimal impact, and may require other changes like better CPU cooler. It's an old PC and expense should be kept minimal, inline with its residual value, which is under $100.
Intel Core i5-4430 $12.20
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This highlights the importance of having the correct specifications. Without them, I might have thought you were wrong about your components; Haswell CPUs came out in 2013. Back then, you'd need a chip before the Sandy Bridge era, and I’d strongly advise against investing in an outdated system.
It’s one of those issues that looks pretty messed up compared to other Intel CPUs, but it’s still a solid setup. You can get a reliable motherboard with BIOS updates that will let you reach the refreshed Haswell models, and an i7-4790 could be purchased for around $30. A 4790K is also possible, though at $75 it starts to feel like a price that better fits a platform update.
You’ll also need to update your BIOS if necessary (you might be able to use a 4770 without an update) and ensure your cooling solution is still sufficient.
Thank you for your feedback. The rig appears to be around ten years old, built in 2014. Your responses were very helpful, particularly regarding the CPU replacement advice.
UPDATE: I removed the CPU and observed the buildup again, just as before. I cleaned the contacts using an eraser and ethyl alcohol, and attached a photo of the cleaned contacts. The PC now boots and functions properly, though the problem might return in a couple of days.
The BIOS version is now visible: American Megatrends Inc. V1.3, 6/17/2013.
Since the dirt returned after cleaning, it seems the CPU pins are likely dirty and require cleaning. I attempted to clean them using a small 3-volt handheld vacuum, but it didn’t remove the debris effectively. Dust may have been sucked in, but it stuck to the pins. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Any ideas?
If the PC has significant dust accumulation, extract parts from the case, move them to an outdoor area, and employ a blower instead of a vacuum. Remember to follow ESD precautions.
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Despite having assembled and kept many PCs over the past 35 years — from installing my first card to using EGA cards for Civilization at a young age — I still prefer not to mess with the socket unless necessary. A modest blower usually does the job. I also occasionally resort to spraying isopropyl from my bottle, but I’m okay spending money on new parts rather than time.
The PC didn't start again. I removed the CPU once more to check for the same issues on those contacts. Might tiny short circuits be responsible for the burning and residue? How can I properly clean the pins inside the slot—there seems to be a better way.
Thanks, I'm comfortable using the spray (compressed purified air) as I've done a lot of optical fiber work. But it doesn't clean the pins effectively.
Are you suggesting just spraying iso-propyl over the slot and letting it dry?
I'm increasingly curious about getting a 4770K, which is available around 120 CAD. But what if the problem lies not with the processor but with the CPU slot itself? I need some time to think about this—whether to act or not.
Are you suggesting just applying the iso-propyl paste and letting it set?