Is My CPU Safe After Getting Condensation?
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GamerDude42
I recently purchased a 9800x3d CPU from an online store, but it was left in a cold environment for about an hour before I brought it inside. Now, there's condensation on the clear plastic part of the box that's displaying the CPU. Will it be okay if I let it sit at room temperature for a few hours before installing it?
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Water's a concern only if the CPU is powered on while wet. Just let it sit at room temp for a few hours, and make sure it's completely dry before you install it.
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Yeah, as long as everything is dry when you install it, it should be fine! Just make sure you check it before powering it up.
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It’ll be alright! For some peace of mind, unwrap it and let it air out until it reaches room temperature.
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You’re kinda overthinking it. Either it'll be fine or not, and if it doesn’t work, it's on the company for their packaging, not you.
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No worries! Just double-check that the CPU itself is dry before you install it.
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