F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop Yes, a CPU can be damaged if the motherboard has bent or broken pins, potentially causing electrical issues or failure.

Yes, a CPU can be damaged if the motherboard has bent or broken pins, potentially causing electrical issues or failure.

Yes, a CPU can be damaged if the motherboard has bent or broken pins, potentially causing electrical issues or failure.

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karti01
Junior Member
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10-24-2016, 04:15 AM
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I’ve adjusted as much as possible on my second motherboard, but a pin is broken and another is missing a head. Your CPU might still work if you proceed carefully.
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karti01
10-24-2016, 04:15 AM #1

I’ve adjusted as much as possible on my second motherboard, but a pin is broken and another is missing a head. Your CPU might still work if you proceed carefully.

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Minigunner500
Member
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10-24-2016, 06:25 AM
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It likely varies based on the specific pins and their condition, especially if they’re bent. For instance, having many ground pins helps if one is damaged—it can still connect elsewhere. Missing a data pin or shorting multiple pins could cause a complete failure.
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Minigunner500
10-24-2016, 06:25 AM #2

It likely varies based on the specific pins and their condition, especially if they’re bent. For instance, having many ground pins helps if one is damaged—it can still connect elsewhere. Missing a data pin or shorting multiple pins could cause a complete failure.

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Hungry_Solanum
Junior Member
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10-24-2016, 07:35 AM
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varies by setup; certain pins serve as ground connections and aren't crucial, while others are vital. The best approach is to experiment or review the CPU's pin configuration.
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Hungry_Solanum
10-24-2016, 07:35 AM #3

varies by setup; certain pins serve as ground connections and aren't crucial, while others are vital. The best approach is to experiment or review the CPU's pin configuration.

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SunwardHeron
Junior Member
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10-24-2016, 11:33 AM
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The diagram appears accurate, with both pins identified as VSS, likely ground connections. As long as the remaining bent pins remain intact, the board should work properly and safely.
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SunwardHeron
10-24-2016, 11:33 AM #4

The diagram appears accurate, with both pins identified as VSS, likely ground connections. As long as the remaining bent pins remain intact, the board should work properly and safely.

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11-02-2016, 08:34 PM
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Start the system and verify everything works smoothly. If it operates correctly without any issues, everything is fine.
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iIPotatoChipIi
11-02-2016, 08:34 PM #5

Start the system and verify everything works smoothly. If it operates correctly without any issues, everything is fine.

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knightndey
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11-09-2016, 11:08 PM
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It seems very improbable the CPU would be harmed. In the worst case, the system might not start if those pins were essential.
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knightndey
11-09-2016, 11:08 PM #6

It seems very improbable the CPU would be harmed. In the worst case, the system might not start if those pins were essential.