First post, by DraxDomax
I got for free a p55t2p4 rev 3.0 (a replacement under warranty to another board I might have actually fixed).
While inspecting the board before installation, I noticed it has what appears to be a blown or smashed resistor (or other SMD "secret" part). It's near the L2 Cache chips:
Questions:
1. How can I find out what is this component? I have a kit with lots of SMD bits, I might have a replacement...
2. If I get the exact same specs, can I use a through-hole component instead of an SMD? I seem to have enough room for a "standing" through-hole resistor
3. Do you reckon it may be OK to install the motherboard as it is and see if it works - or a risk to cause further damage and/or fry another component down the line?