My computer is a bit fucked up, maybe somebody can help.

[African]

Hello,

So recently, I bought myself a new Processor, a Ryzen 9 5900XT ( 16 core 32 thread ) processor, chatgpt tells me that such CPU does not exist so It may be a ryzen 9 5950X
After inserting it inside my pc, the computer would turn on but restart randomly at any moment, sometimes i'd be able to play games such as RUST for multiple hours, sometimes the pc would restart instantly upon it turning on.

I took the new CPU out and tried to insert my old processor, when doing that I broke a pin off that was connected to audio drivers, the pc ran fine for a few days and I was able to play games like I used too, then a few days later I tried inserting the new Processor again but my PC got really fucked up, it would turn on, 5 seconds later, turn off, and in a cycle, I got scared so inserted the old CPU back and the same thing would happen again.

I must say that, there was a bit thermal paste on the pins ( not a lil ) but the side looked like it was dipped inside the thermal paste, now my pc is kind of fucked up and when turned on it will go in a turn on and turn off cycle.

The reason im posting this here is so maybe somebody whos got expertise in techonology can help me identify the problem, maybe its the cpu socket, the motherboard, or just something else I might be missing out on.

my specs:

GPU - a gtx 1660
cpu - ryzen 9 5900xt and the ryzen 5 5600T
PSU - a 650 watt PSU ( chatgpt tells me that the PSU model is kind of shit and the brand is known for cheaping out on parts )
Motherboard - B450M Pro4-f ( updated to the newest version )

sorry for making you read allat, but if somebody can help me, that would be perfect, if not, that is completely fine.

 

[Akeno Via]

@Creepis

 

[Galle]

If you got thermal paste on the CPU pins, you'll likely need a new motherboard and CPU. Thermal paste can cause serious damage, especially if it seeps into the socket or creates short circuits.

Alternatively, you can take your components to a tech shop. They can assess the damage, clean the parts properly, and give you expert advice on whether you really need replacements.

 

[Smeris]

sweet summer child...

The Ryzen 9 5900XT does exist so don't ask dumbGPT any more questions.

Thermal paste usually isn't conductive. Thats good, but the paste might prevent the pins from making a good contact causing your restarting issue. you could VERY CAREFULLY try and clean it up with isopropyl alcohol and q-tips.

( chatgpt tells me that the PSU model is kind of shit and the brand is known for cheaping out on parts )

What brand is it? Your new CPU uses almost double the TDP of your old one and it could very well be the cause of the restarting.

 

[African]

sweet summer child...

The Ryzen 9 5900XT does exist so don't ask dumbGPT any more questions.

Thermal paste usually isn't conductive. Thats good, but the paste might prevent the pins from making a good contact causing your restarting issue. you could VERY CAREFULLY try and clean it up with isopropyl alcohol and q-tips.


What brand is it? Your new CPU uses almost double the TDP of your old one and it could very well be the cause of the restarting.

The PSU brand is called ''Mars gaming'' it is 5 years old and at the start I also thought the whole issue was my PSU model.

 

[Galle]

Would it be possible for you to include some pictures? It would help me better understand the potential damages.

 

[African]

Would it be possible for you to include some pictures? It would help me better understand the potential damages.

Yes, I will take pictures of the CPU socket and try to take a picture of the CPU itself with the pins facing to the camera.

 

[Smeris]

The PSU brand is called ''Mars gaming'' it is 5 years old and at the start I also thought the whole issue was my PSU model.

Yeah, that doesn't sound too good. It's very possible the PSU is the root cause of your rebooting issue. Pictures of how the socket/cpu looks like others mentioned would be great to further narrow things down.

 

[African]

apologies if the CPU pictures are bad quality

 

[Galle]

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apologies if the CPU pictures are bad quality

From the pictures, it appears that both your CPU and CPU socket may have been damaged due to the thermal paste.

Additionally, as mentioned earlier, your power supply unit (PSU) could also be contributing to the issue.

 

[Smeris]

From the pictures, it appears that both your CPU and CPU socket may have been damaged due to the thermal paste.

Additionally, as mentioned earlier, your power supply unit (PSU) could also be contributing to the issue.

I disagree with them being damaged but they are definitely not working because of it. It's very difficult to see on the CPU photos. A close-uptop down photo would be better, same for the socket, but by the looks of it there's enough paste on there causing one or more pins to not make contact.

Considering it's fucked anyway, you could try removing the socket cover. If you screw that up you'll definitely need a new motherboard, you can't break it any further at this point so might as well try. Isopropyl alcohol, q-tips and compressed are are going to be your best friend here.

 

[Galle]

I disagree with them being damaged but they are definitely not working because of it. It's very difficult to see on the CPU photos. A close-uptop down photo would be better, same for the socket, but by the looks of it there's enough paste on there causing one or more pins to not make contact.

Considering it's fucked anyway, you could try removing the socket cover. If you screw that up you'll definitely need a new motherboard, you can't break it any further at this point so might as well try. Isopropyl alcohol, q-tips and compressed are are going to be your best friend here.

They might not be damaged, it depends on the type of thermal paste used, as some are more prone to electrical issues than others.

@African Which thermal paste did you use?

 

[Tilin]

They might not be damaged, it depends on the type of thermal paste used, as some are more prone to electrical issues than others.

@African Which thermal paste did you use?

Most common ones are not thermally conductive, it'll just require a heck of a cleaning job.

 

[African]

They might not be damaged, it depends on the type of thermal paste used, as some are more prone to electrical issues than others.

@African Which thermal paste did you use?

I'm not actually sure, I used 2 types, one that came together with a cooler, nothing expensive

 

[African]

After reading the comments. I think the conclusion to this is that it is most likely the thermal paste getting inside the socket, meaning that it just needs to be cleaned out properly, as well as the CPU needing a proper clean off.

As well as getting a new PSU model as mine is pretty old and that mightve been the issue from the start

Thanks to everybody who commented and helped me identify the problem.

 

[walnash]

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@Jack Bruhross

 

[Inchs]

If you got thermal paste on the CPU pins, you'll likely need a new motherboard and CPU. Thermal paste can cause serious damage, especially if it seeps into the socket or creates short circuits.

Alternatively, you can take your components to a tech shop. They can assess the damage, clean the parts properly, and give you expert advice on whether you really need replacements.

This is wrong, thermal paste is non conductive.
Get some IPA and clean it

 

[Christopher Bonanno]

Just a tip for reassembly. When applying the next batch of thermal paste, make a small dot in the middle. You really don't need a whole lot of paste applied, and will spread out when pressed down onto the motherboard. Watch some videos on youtube, 1000s of different videos and I'm sure somebody has a video using your specs or damn near close.
Pay attention to your wires and components too, most should have a click when fully in place. Things like RAM not fully in can cause the power on/off cycle you are having.

 

[African]

Just a tip for reassembly. When applying the next batch of thermal paste, make a small dot in the middle. You really don't need a whole lot of paste applied, and will spread out when pressed down onto the motherboard. Watch some videos on youtube, 1000s of different videos and I'm sure somebody has a video using your specs or damn near close.
Pay attention to your wires and components too, most should have a click when fully in place. Things like RAM not fully in can cause the power on/off cycle you are having.

Yeah. I lowkey fucked up on the thermal paste, I emptied out a whole syringe of thermal paste on that 1 processor. Shts fucked up

 

[Creepis]

I always use this application method when applying thermal paste. You don't need to spread it before hand, pressure from installing heat sink will do it for you.
Make sure not to lift the heatsink and leave it down once its on there or you will create air bubbles which trap heat.

thank you @Smeris for covering my shift