MSI GTX 970 won't allow computer to boot

[dreadbeat]

A friend thought he'd be hilarious and peg me with a water balloon while I was sitting at my desk. Water got into my computer and now (through testing) my graphics card isn't allowing my computer to start.

When I press the power button the system (lights, fans, including gpu) will flicker on for literally half a second then shut back off. It won't do that again unless I unplug it from the back and plug it back in after a few seconds.

I guess what I want to know is is this a sign the card is fried or is there some failsafe I can alter to get it to turn on again.

Relevant specs:
ASUS M5A99FX PRO R2.0
MSI GTX 970
EVGA Bronze 600

 

[smorizio]

that a failsafe for a dead short. try taking out the gpu put it in a bag then put the bag in some rice or damp rid from walmart. leave it in there for a few days then see if there any rust or damage. if the gpu still wont post have your friend buy you a new gpu.

 

[Phillip Corcoran]

Then tell him take a hike, and you get yourself a friend with more grey-matter than sawdust in his head.