I'm a first-time PC builder, and while troubleshooting, I found some bent pins on my AM5 socket. Is there any way to fix them, or should I just replace the motherboard altogether? I've even included an image of the socket for reference.
3 Answers
If you have some time, definitely check out YouTube for DIY methods. If it doesn't work out, returning the board is a good plan—especially under warranty. Depending on where you are, they might not even dig deeply into the issue.
Try the razor blade method or use a mechanical pencil to carefully realign those pins. Plenty of folks have had luck with these techniques in the past. Just make sure to watch some tutorials beforehand to guide you.
The unfortunate truth is that board may be toast. If the damage is significant, it might be best just to get a new motherboard.
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