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Top choice for I9 13900K with a bad RAM slot is a new motherboard that supports it.

Top choice for I9 13900K with a bad RAM slot is a new motherboard that supports it.

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mineguiton
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08-05-2022, 08:29 PM
#1
Hey, after six months using the ASUS ROG Strix Z790-F, one RAM slot stopped working and didn’t show anything. Swapping it to another slot fixed everything. The biggest issue is that the motherboard warranty isn’t valid since I added a CPU contact plate. Looking for the best M.2 slot for an i9 13900K? I’ve had to undervolt it to keep temperatures under control.
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mineguiton
08-05-2022, 08:29 PM #1

Hey, after six months using the ASUS ROG Strix Z790-F, one RAM slot stopped working and didn’t show anything. Swapping it to another slot fixed everything. The biggest issue is that the motherboard warranty isn’t valid since I added a CPU contact plate. Looking for the best M.2 slot for an i9 13900K? I’ve had to undervolt it to keep temperatures under control.

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Deathangel2005
Member
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08-06-2022, 01:24 AM
#2
Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX ATX motherboard LGA1700 (PCPartPicker)
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Deathangel2005
08-06-2022, 01:24 AM #2

Gigabyte Z790 AORUS ELITE AX ATX motherboard LGA1700 (PCPartPicker)

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Dancuso11
Junior Member
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08-07-2022, 07:11 PM
#3
Set up the previous version again and avoid any issues with the new setup.
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Dancuso11
08-07-2022, 07:11 PM #3

Set up the previous version again and avoid any issues with the new setup.

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DapperMD
Member
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08-07-2022, 09:11 PM
#4
Examine your CPU pins using a magnifier glass; you might have bent them. Capturing clear images with a quality camera should be fine too—keep the camera parallel to the socket and focus on the pins. A supplier shouldn’t swap a motherboard due to bent pins. Still, it’s not worth it; the motherboard functions properly otherwise, right? Which contact frame did you fit? The inexpensive ones are reliable, but the thermal heavy-duty version needs some expertise. Edited November 14, 2023 by leclod
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DapperMD
08-07-2022, 09:11 PM #4

Examine your CPU pins using a magnifier glass; you might have bent them. Capturing clear images with a quality camera should be fine too—keep the camera parallel to the socket and focus on the pins. A supplier shouldn’t swap a motherboard due to bent pins. Still, it’s not worth it; the motherboard functions properly otherwise, right? Which contact frame did you fit? The inexpensive ones are reliable, but the thermal heavy-duty version needs some expertise. Edited November 14, 2023 by leclod

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Raidex20
Posting Freak
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08-13-2022, 07:31 AM
#5
Thanks for sharing your experience. Your EK-Nucleus AIO CR360 Lux D-RGB is performing well under heavy workloads and low voltages. It keeps temperatures below 92°C even at around 380W, and maintains a stable 72°C during demanding games like Cyberpunk or RDR2 Ultra. Since you haven’t tried resetting or repasting the CPU, I’ll give it a shot—appreciate your advice!
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Raidex20
08-13-2022, 07:31 AM #5

Thanks for sharing your experience. Your EK-Nucleus AIO CR360 Lux D-RGB is performing well under heavy workloads and low voltages. It keeps temperatures below 92°C even at around 380W, and maintains a stable 72°C during demanding games like Cyberpunk or RDR2 Ultra. Since you haven’t tried resetting or repasting the CPU, I’ll give it a shot—appreciate your advice!

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Poop_Head27
Posting Freak
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08-13-2022, 04:28 PM
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They probably wouldn't see the screws being applied, and the marks would be barely noticeable.
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Poop_Head27
08-13-2022, 04:28 PM #6

They probably wouldn't see the screws being applied, and the marks would be barely noticeable.

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Trustywolf
Junior Member
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08-13-2022, 04:59 PM
#7
It's possible you bent the pins even though the thermal paste was fresh and functioning well. Over time, repeated stress might cause the pins to warp. You could try removing the CPU to check for bent pins. Your experience with the $12 contact plate working fine is helpful—avoid over-tightening screws. Thanks for your advice.
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Trustywolf
08-13-2022, 04:59 PM #7

It's possible you bent the pins even though the thermal paste was fresh and functioning well. Over time, repeated stress might cause the pins to warp. You could try removing the CPU to check for bent pins. Your experience with the $12 contact plate working fine is helpful—avoid over-tightening screws. Thanks for your advice.

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ckg63
Member
196
08-27-2022, 09:23 AM
#8
Sure, I'll check it out if I can't figure it out on my own.
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ckg63
08-27-2022, 09:23 AM #8

Sure, I'll check it out if I can't figure it out on my own.

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anooj05
Junior Member
8
09-02-2022, 08:31 AM
#9
Repasting doesn't affect CPU pins. However, altering a contact frame can impact them. Which frame did you use? The inexpensive options are reliable, while the high-end thermal version demands more expertise. Edited November 14, 2023 by leclod
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anooj05
09-02-2022, 08:31 AM #9

Repasting doesn't affect CPU pins. However, altering a contact frame can impact them. Which frame did you use? The inexpensive options are reliable, while the high-end thermal version demands more expertise. Edited November 14, 2023 by leclod

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knevin246
Member
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09-04-2022, 07:22 PM
#10
I also tried the inexpensive contact plate, around $12, and it performed well. I didn’t over-tighten the screws, and it’s been functioning properly for about five to six months without any issues.
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knevin246
09-04-2022, 07:22 PM #10

I also tried the inexpensive contact plate, around $12, and it performed well. I didn’t over-tighten the screws, and it’s been functioning properly for about five to six months without any issues.

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