CPUs and CPU Sockets

A CPU socket uses a series of pins to connect a CPU's processor to the PC's motherboard If a CPU is connected via a CPU socket, it is not

If you're sure this is the only damaged pin, it should be perfectly safe to power up the system and check if the PEG slot still functions

hit slot In addition to the power provided directly by the PSU, the motherboard assists in distributing power to the CPU and RAM slots as well as the

corsair queen slot Also known as a CPU slot, the CPU socket is used to connect a microprocessor with a printed circuit board without soldering, allowing for the CPU to