[SOLVED] CPU dead?

[Seth_31]

Hello. So, I was going to transfer my system to another case. I took out the mobo, cpu still installed, and thought to clean it. I used a blower to clean it (don't know why I thought that was a good idea). After the transfer, turned it on and it won't boot. Everything powers and lights up. Checked status leds and cpu led is on. That means something's wrong with the cpu, or it's dead? Checked the cpu and it was stuck hard to the cooler. Carefully removed it, repaste, then reseat. Tried clearing cmos, leaving only one memory stick, reseating everything. Is the cpu dead? If not, can it be fixed?

Ryzen 5 3600
Aorus b450 pro
16gb 3200mhz
Gtx 1070

 

[rakinar2]

Try testing the CPU on another PC.

 

[drea.drechsler]

@Seth_31 :

Troubleshoot it the same as any other new system build that won't boot:

"No POST", "system won't boot", and "no video output" troubleshooting checklist

"No POST", "system won't boot", and "no video output" troubleshooting checklist This checklist is a compilation of troubleshooting ideas from many forum members. It's very important to actually perform every step in the checklist if you want to effectively troubleshoot your problem. 1.Did you...

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If after all checks and tests it still won't work it's possible that you damaged something with an electrostatic discharge. While things are built with protections so they're more robust, it can still happen. Especially when blowing off with air, which can naturally build a large electrostatic charge.

 

[Seth_31]

Try testing the CPU on another PC.

Yeah, would try that tomorrow

 

[Seth_31]

@Seth_31 :

Troubleshoot it the same as any other new system build that won't boot:

"No POST", "system won't boot", and "no video output" troubleshooting checklist

"No POST", "system won't boot", and "no video output" troubleshooting checklist This checklist is a compilation of troubleshooting ideas from many forum members. It's very important to actually perform every step in the checklist if you want to effectively troubleshoot your problem. 1.Did you...

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If after all checks and tests it still won't work it's possible that you damaged something with an electrostatic discharge. While things are built with protections so they're more robust, it can still happen. Especially when blowing off with air, which can naturally build a large electrostatic charge.

Tried all the troubleshooting. So, there is a big chance the cpu was damaged. It can't be fixed if it was from an electrostatic discharge?

 

[drea.drechsler]

Tried all the troubleshooting. So, there is a big chance the cpu was damaged. It can't be fixed if it was from an electrostatic discharge?

It could be any of a number of components on the motherboard so it doesn't have to be the CPU. As suggested, try it in another system if you have access to one.