Could my RAM have failed while replacing my CPU?
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TechWizard99
I recently took my PC to a repair shop because I was attempting to replace my CPU without updating the BIOS first. I swapped my old CPU back in, but the system wouldn't power on or display anything. After trying to troubleshoot for some time without success, I decided to take it to a repair shop. They later texted me saying that my RAM was bad and needed to be replaced, which puzzles me since I only reseated it and didn't physically modify it. I'm curious if anyone has insight into how my RAM could have failed during my CPU replacement. Though I trust the repair shop given their high rating, the whole situation is confusing, especially since they charged me $130 for the RAM and $150 for labor, which seems reasonable in today's market.
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Honestly, I'm not sure about that shop. A BIOS update shouldn’t affect your RAM, and being charged that much just seems off. Seems like some shops just want to upsell you.
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What kind of RAM did you have originally, and what did they replace it with? It's important to know because compatibility can sometimes lead to issues.
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I don't think you were scammed here, but it's unlikely that the BIOS update would damage your RAM. Can you share what troubleshooting steps you took?
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People really do some wild stuff these days! Next time, list your specs when asking for help. It's essential for getting decent advice. Just a heads-up, I've had bad experiences with 'repair' shops too.
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