F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop These pins are commonly referred to as connectors or terminals.

These pins are commonly referred to as connectors or terminals.

These pins are commonly referred to as connectors or terminals.

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lemasipino
Junior Member
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09-22-2023, 08:50 PM
#1
These are the connectors beneath the memory module. If any of them fail, it might be possible to replace or repair them depending on the model. Let me know if you need more details!
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lemasipino
09-22-2023, 08:50 PM #1

These are the connectors beneath the memory module. If any of them fail, it might be possible to replace or repair them depending on the model. Let me know if you need more details!

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UnicornCracker
Senior Member
663
09-24-2023, 03:47 AM
#2
They are the small connectors linking the memory DIMM slot to the motherboard. How did you get them damaged? I think fixing this won’t be simple without proper SMD soldering skills and tools.
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UnicornCracker
09-24-2023, 03:47 AM #2

They are the small connectors linking the memory DIMM slot to the motherboard. How did you get them damaged? I think fixing this won’t be simple without proper SMD soldering skills and tools.

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walee123
Senior Member
737
10-07-2023, 01:29 PM
#3
This section connects to another I posted, but some green left behind made me wipe it away. It looks like the pin could be damaged either from the residue or from brushing it off. I’m not sure if it’s broken, but it definitely might be. I’ve tried all possible solutions—alcohol 99%, brushing, compressed air—and the PC still won’t boot when the RAM is in place.
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walee123
10-07-2023, 01:29 PM #3

This section connects to another I posted, but some green left behind made me wipe it away. It looks like the pin could be damaged either from the residue or from brushing it off. I’m not sure if it’s broken, but it definitely might be. I’ve tried all possible solutions—alcohol 99%, brushing, compressed air—and the PC still won’t boot when the RAM is in place.

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Vityusha
Junior Member
21
10-07-2023, 06:21 PM
#4
You can clearly observe the damaged pin in this image. It appears slightly more vibrant green now. Remember it was masking that pin until I cleaned it off and applied some rubbing alcohol.
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Vityusha
10-07-2023, 06:21 PM #4

You can clearly observe the damaged pin in this image. It appears slightly more vibrant green now. Remember it was masking that pin until I cleaned it off and applied some rubbing alcohol.

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Isidoros
Junior Member
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10-07-2023, 06:49 PM
#5
I checked online resources but didn’t find clear guidance on the procedure. It seems many people don’t try it, which might explain the lack of information. I’m unsure if the pin is faulty or just dirty, and it’s unclear how the pins are supposed to connect.
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Isidoros
10-07-2023, 06:49 PM #5

I checked online resources but didn’t find clear guidance on the procedure. It seems many people don’t try it, which might explain the lack of information. I’m unsure if the pin is faulty or just dirty, and it’s unclear how the pins are supposed to connect.

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citroPvP
Member
185
10-07-2023, 07:26 PM
#6
Handle the heat gun with extreme care. Move it farther from the board than you initially assumed. Reflow the solder properly.
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citroPvP
10-07-2023, 07:26 PM #6

Handle the heat gun with extreme care. Move it farther from the board than you initially assumed. Reflow the solder properly.

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MeuPauDeChapeu
Junior Member
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10-07-2023, 09:04 PM
#7
I don't think I own a heat gun, and I'm worried it could make things worse. Maybe I'll get a new motherboard and test the heat gun on it first to see if it helps.
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MeuPauDeChapeu
10-07-2023, 09:04 PM #7

I don't think I own a heat gun, and I'm worried it could make things worse. Maybe I'll get a new motherboard and test the heat gun on it first to see if it helps.

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Ks34_MisteR
Member
245
10-08-2023, 03:12 AM
#8
You'll need a heatgun and significant practice with it. This kind of soldering isn't suitable for beginners, as it requires careful handling of many pins. In reality, I believe you're beyond your current skill level. An electronics repair store would be a more appropriate choice.
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Ks34_MisteR
10-08-2023, 03:12 AM #8

You'll need a heatgun and significant practice with it. This kind of soldering isn't suitable for beginners, as it requires careful handling of many pins. In reality, I believe you're beyond your current skill level. An electronics repair store would be a more appropriate choice.

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jerrydog01
Senior Member
703
10-09-2023, 05:11 AM
#9
You're right. It seems they might be more expensive than the cost of replacing the motherboard. I might consider getting a new one in the future. Thanks for your advice.
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jerrydog01
10-09-2023, 05:11 AM #9

You're right. It seems they might be more expensive than the cost of replacing the motherboard. I might consider getting a new one in the future. Thanks for your advice.

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blue_fanta
Member
143
10-16-2023, 01:55 AM
#10
Absolutely, I understand if I misread. I thought the board was inoperable. At that stage it felt like a "what's there to lose?" scenario. Regardless, nothing is guaranteed. Wishing you the best!
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blue_fanta
10-16-2023, 01:55 AM #10

Absolutely, I understand if I misread. I thought the board was inoperable. At that stage it felt like a "what's there to lose?" scenario. Regardless, nothing is guaranteed. Wishing you the best!

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