Help is the CPU ok?

[thomasak8660]

Hey people.
I've just unpacked the cardboard box of an OEM CPU and the CPU Cooler i've bought.
But to my surprise i found the CPU loose in the cardboard box, outside of its anti-static bag.
It is an I5-8400

Is it safe to use?

Here is an Image https://imgur.com/ZY36dT3

 

[alexoiu]

Hi, Yes.

 

[vapour]

How is the seal of the package?
Sounds like a returned product, ask seller to replace for you if you feel uncomfortable
safe for use? Yes, getting out of the package does not mean it will burn...

 

[lakimens]

I mean, you'd have to try it. If it's out of the package, check the pins on the CPU, see if they're bend, even if they are, you can unbend them. Most likely not fried and working.

 

[thomasak8660]

How is the seal of the package?
Sounds like a returned product, ask seller to replace for you if you feel uncomfortable
safe for use? Yes, getting out of the package does not mean it will burn...

I've just updated the post with a picture

 

[vapour]

OEM is just no box packing...
Someone did a really bad job and the delivery process is bumpy.
Just check bins, if seems fine, just try it. CPU is not that easy to break.

 

[thomasak8660]

OEM is just no box packing...
Someone did a really bad job and the delivery process is bumpy.
Just check bins, if seems fine, just try it. CPU is not that easy to break.

What can happen if we try it in and it is fried? Will it kill mobo or something?

 

[vapour]

No, it will simply not boot.