[SOLVED] There is rust on usb port, does it affect motherboard.

[Sksbss]

My laptops usb port got rust, service engineer says that motherboard is damaged due to it. nd suggested to replace motherboard. Does rust on usb drive damages motherboard

 

[CountMike]

My laptops usb port got rust, service engineer says that motherboard is damaged due to it. nd suggested to replace motherboard. Does rust on usb drive damages motherboard

No, not directly but can have repercussions like increased power load on that USB port and also can be an indication of shape MB is in.