[SOLVED] CPU frozen solid

[Chris_6]

My CPU was in the mailbox for about 6 hours in -40 degrees, yes thats negative 40 degrees

It didn't come in a very good package, i could see moisture inside on top of the actual processor, who knows what is inside the unit.

Do you think it will still work? How long should I let it dry before trying?

 

[Faisal A]

So long as the PCB hasn't cracked, it should be fine

 

[CountMike]

My CPU was in the mailbox for about 6 hours in -40 degrees, yes thats negative 40 degrees

It didn't come in a very good package, i could see moisture inside on top of the actual processor, who knows what is inside the unit.

Do you think it will still work? How long should I let it dry before trying?

Spring time in Alaska already ? Just leave it open like that at room temperature until it worms up.

 

[Chris_6]

I'm in western Canada, but not so west, pretty darned cold right now lol.

Ok thanks guys for your help!

I guess I will give it a couple days to make sure any moisture inside the unit can dry out.

 

[Chris_6]

There wouldn't be anything bad from putting it in some rice hey?

 

[NightHawkRMX]

Nope rice wouldn't hurt, although i doubt any moisture is inside of the chip.

Let it warm up and make sure it looks dry before powering it on.

 

[Chris_6]

-40 is cold, like so cold your body freezes and dies within 2 minutes.

The outside had moisture, i wish i knew for sure if there was any possibility any could get inside the metal casing on the cpu plastic board, it is all closed up.

 

[Chris_6]

It works! Thanks again guys!