This is an older system of mine I spruced up in hopes of selling since I don't need it anymore. However, it's decided that it's a perfect time to start acting up.
What is happening: A light to medium nudge will instantly cut the power to the system. It's able to start up fine but the same happens if nudged again.
Basic Specs:
EVGA nForce 780i LGA 775 Motherboard
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
I suspect there is some kind of short going on and I've tried to isolate it as best I could with no luck. I've taken the motherboard out and placed it on my desk without any peripherals. I've taken out all the RAM modules except for one. I've also tried a different power supply and different power cable. Tried to reseat the CPU as well. Lastly I've tried to gently press and tap various parts of the motherboard with a plastic screwdriver handle but can't get it narrowed down to any particular area.
Basically I'm out of ideas. Is this motherboard toast?
Thanks for any help.
What is happening: A light to medium nudge will instantly cut the power to the system. It's able to start up fine but the same happens if nudged again.
Basic Specs:
EVGA nForce 780i LGA 775 Motherboard
Intel Core 2 Quad Q6600
I suspect there is some kind of short going on and I've tried to isolate it as best I could with no luck. I've taken the motherboard out and placed it on my desk without any peripherals. I've taken out all the RAM modules except for one. I've also tried a different power supply and different power cable. Tried to reseat the CPU as well. Lastly I've tried to gently press and tap various parts of the motherboard with a plastic screwdriver handle but can't get it narrowed down to any particular area.
Basically I'm out of ideas. Is this motherboard toast?
Thanks for any help.