Scratched my motherboard, won't POST

[thekineticz]

I recently scratched my motherboard while tightening a cpu cooler standoff with a pair of flat nose pliers, and now the system stays caught in a loop of powering on for a few seconds and powering off repeatedly, only when there is a cpu installed.
If no cpu is installed, the system just stays on.
Is this damage possible to repair?

Photo: https://imgur.com/a/piBDBOa

 

[rocktalkrock]

Have you cleared the CMOS?

 

[Greeko85]

It could have caused damage but you can always try basic troubleshooting if all else fails. Make sure all connections are secure, reset CMOS or even breadboard your build to eliminate the chance of your system shorting.

 

[shknawe]

Try loosing the the cooler on the cpu. If it is on there too tight it will cause your cpu/pc to not work correctly. Back off the pressure a few turns and see if this helps.