Bulged capacitors, which one of these should I use to replace them?

Discussion in 'PC Hardware' started by johnye_pt, Aug 7, 2019.

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  1. rayleigh_otter

    rayleigh_otter MDL Expert

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    #21 rayleigh_otter, Aug 8, 2019
    if it works you got 1 happy buddy and if it dont he wont be angry like a paying customer would be.
     
  2. MS_User

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    #22 MS_User, Aug 8, 2019
    got it....dont forget to back up the POS just in case that mobo dont come back to life.
     
  3. RJARRRPCGP

    RJARRRPCGP MDL Senior Member

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    #23 RJARRRPCGP, Aug 8, 2019
    ESR does matter, make sure you get low-ESR caps and not "general purpose" caps!
     
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    #24 johnye_pt, Aug 8, 2019 (OP)
    Thanks for the input. Do they specify "low ESR" or should I look for a specific value? i already ordered the caps but any info is useful for future endeavors.
     
  5. RJARRRPCGP

    RJARRRPCGP MDL Senior Member

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    #25 RJARRRPCGP, Aug 8, 2019
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    They specify "low ESR" in the specs, but is not written on the cap! Continuing to use a system with a bad cap, likely will cause MOSFET failure!
     
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  6. johnye_pt

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    #26 johnye_pt, Aug 8, 2019 (OP)
    Thanks, I'll take note next time to check the specs and/or ask the store for low ESR polymer caps ;)
     
  7. MS_User

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    #27 MS_User, Aug 8, 2019
    lets us know if the repairs work out...good luck.
     
  8. johnye_pt

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    #28 johnye_pt, Aug 8, 2019 (OP)
    Sure. He's going on vacation next Thursday and I'll take the computer home then
     
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    #29 PointZero, Aug 9, 2019
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