Troubleshooting My Dead Computer and Fixing Leaks in the Water Cooling System

TLDRI encountered issues with my computer, but managed to fix them by troubleshooting the power supply and replacing the motherboard. I also discovered and fixed leaks in the water cooling system.

Key insights

🔌Troubleshooting the power supply revealed it was causing the issues.

💻Replacing the motherboard solved the ongoing problems with the computer.

🚿Discovered and fixed leaks in the water cooling system.

👨‍💻Detailed the process of rebuilding the computer and resolving the issues.

🔧Used creative solutions to overcome challenges during the process.

Q&A

What caused the issues with the computer?

The power supply was found to be faulty and causing the problems.

How were the water cooling leaks fixed?

The leaks were resolved by adjusting and replacing components in the water cooling system.

What steps were taken to troubleshoot the power supply?

The power supply was tested under load and found to fail, leading to its replacement.

Why was the motherboard replaced?

The motherboard was replaced to resolve ongoing problems with the computer.

What challenges were faced during the process?

Challenges included fixing leaks in the water cooling system and finding suitable replacement components.

Timestamped Summary

00:01Encountered issues with the computer and began troubleshooting.

09:23Discovered and fixed leaks in the water cooling system.

13:26Swapped the faulty motherboard with a compatible one.

14:30Rebuilt the computer and made progress in resolving the issues.

15:15Consulted with experts to understand the power supply problem.

15:33Conducted tests on the power supply and found it to be faulty.