Turn off RGB lighting in your RAM module.
Turn off RGB lighting in your RAM module.
It isn't a long-term fix since the LED information disappears when restarting. OpenRGB should be your top choice. It's a simple, open-source RGB control system—you can customize your lighting settings and decide whether to turn it off or keep it active. https://openrgb.org/ Once you're done, consider swapping out your RGB RAM for non-RGB options and selling the old ones on the used platform.
yeah, thanks, i might try that… Turning the leds off physically looks harder than i thought - most likely requires desoldering the leds (didnt find any info, but thats what it looks like to me) I was hoping for some wires, I guess! the top thing seems to go off easily, but that wont stop the leds… could only paint it black perhaps. Also are these batteries…? maybe if i remove them…
I have no background in removing LEDs from the modules, so I can't assist with that. They're not batteries in the traditional sense—they're more like capacitors or resistors. I don’t understand integrated circuits well enough to identify what they are. My best guess is resistors, but please consider my answer very cautious.
Handle the ram's heat shield with great care. Remove each LED module using a hot air gun or SMD rework gun. These modules are the actual LEDs. You'll need an SMD rework station with flux, solder, and Kapton tape. Be prepared to risk damaging the rams if you're not experienced.
Removing the solder would fix the issue. A hot air gun struggles to desolder LEDs unless you add some liquid flux. Heat could also harm the lens. Another option is to lightly dim the LEDs with a black permanent marker pen on the lens surface. This method is non-destructive and reversible, and can be undone with suitable solvents like isopropyl alcohol.
If you prefer a more permanent fix, use a small screwdriver or a pick to carefully remove the tiny resistors beneath each LED. You might slide the tool sideways and apply force like a crowbar, but be cautious—this risks damaging the pads as well. The resistors limit current flow; without them, the circuit stays open and the LED won’t work.
Consider selling your RAM instead of damaging it. You could purchase a more affordable yet equally reliable replacement. Cover the LEDs with black electrical tape to prevent any further issues. This way, you avoid destruction and still achieve your goal. I don’t think this approach will work effectively.
Sure, I understand. You're thinking about using desoldering for the resistors instead of a soldering iron. That could be a non-destructive approach if you remove them carefully. As for the electricity, taking the resistors out should stop the current flow to that component, preventing any damage. It’s a smart idea since pads can break if you force them back in. Desoldering LEDs is tougher and not recommended, but removing these resistors seems like the best path forward.