Through some google searching, I ran upon this website thankfully. I have the dreaded rrod. I'm sure that's a surprise.
Anyway, I took it apart thinking I'd just reflow the gpu/cpu and be done with it. But, I immediately saw some other problems. 4 obviously failed caps.
From some browsing around here, people are saying that the nichicon HZ are suitable replacements for them(rubycon mfz 2700uF/6.3v). Referencing this thread: https://www.badcaps.net/forum/showthread.php?t=4931 OR, upgrade to a poly such as http://thecapking.com/plg0j182mdo1.html. Would the Nichicon LG cap work in this application?
Also, all the other caps seem fine by looking at them. But, since I'm in there, I could replace some others, if they are prone to failing too.
I do plan on cutting out the rear grill to improve airflow, and fabricating a small aluminum shroud to pull air through the gpu sink as well. I hope to not buy an xbox 1 anytime soon, so I'm hoping this one lasts. I can justify spending a few more bucks on poly caps if you guys think it's worth it.
So I guess the main question is, can I use the Nichicon LG caps here, or should I stick with electollytic caps like the Nichicon HZ?
Disclaimer: I know next to nothing about electronics so forgive me for any glaring errors. I have soldered a bit, and played around with pcs before, but that's about the extent of it.
Thanks
Anyway, I took it apart thinking I'd just reflow the gpu/cpu and be done with it. But, I immediately saw some other problems. 4 obviously failed caps.
From some browsing around here, people are saying that the nichicon HZ are suitable replacements for them(rubycon mfz 2700uF/6.3v). Referencing this thread: https://www.badcaps.net/forum/showthread.php?t=4931 OR, upgrade to a poly such as http://thecapking.com/plg0j182mdo1.html. Would the Nichicon LG cap work in this application?
Also, all the other caps seem fine by looking at them. But, since I'm in there, I could replace some others, if they are prone to failing too.
I do plan on cutting out the rear grill to improve airflow, and fabricating a small aluminum shroud to pull air through the gpu sink as well. I hope to not buy an xbox 1 anytime soon, so I'm hoping this one lasts. I can justify spending a few more bucks on poly caps if you guys think it's worth it.
So I guess the main question is, can I use the Nichicon LG caps here, or should I stick with electollytic caps like the Nichicon HZ?
Disclaimer: I know next to nothing about electronics so forgive me for any glaring errors. I have soldered a bit, and played around with pcs before, but that's about the extent of it.
Thanks
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