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Motherboard Repair — CPU Socket Replacement

CPU socket damaged: bent pins, burnt contacts, computer won't power on, processor not detected or power delivery issues? Our service provides professional motherboard repair with full CPU socket replacement in Khmelnytskyi. We carefully remove the old socket, clean the PCB area, install a new original or high-quality equivalent socket (LGA 1700/1200/115x/2066, AM4/AM5/TR4), verify all contacts with multimeter and oscilloscope, perform load testing. Work with ASUS, MSI, Gigabyte, ASRock motherboards, laptops (where feasible). Home or office visit, free socket and motherboard condition diagnostics, warranty on work and new socket. Fast, high-quality, reliable! Order motherboard repair with CPU socket replacement online or by phone right now!

from 1500 UAH
Motherboard Repair — CPU Socket Replacement
CPU Socket Replacement on Motherboard | Grade Khmelnytskyi

What the Service Includes

The CPU socket replacement service on motherboard includes the full cycle of desoldering, cleaning, new socket soldering, and thorough testing. Performed: - detailed diagnostics: microscopic visual inspection (bent/broken pins, corrosion, short circuit traces, burns), multimeter continuity & diode checks, oscilloscope signal verification on pins under power; - old socket desoldering: bottom board preheating (200–250 °C platform), hot air (350–400 °C), Amtech NC-559 flux, careful socket removal without textolite damage; - pad cleaning: solder wick & vacuum removal of old solder, 99% isopropyl, ultrasonic bath for deep cleaning; - new socket preparation: original or quality equivalent (Lotes for Intel, Foxconn/Amphenol for AMD), pin integrity check, alignment; - new socket soldering: precise positioning by marks, flux application, bottom heat + hot air, temperature control, individual pin short/open verification; - trace restoration (if needed): resoldering broken contacts, multilayer connection repair; - cleaning & protection: flux removal, protective lacquer on solder zone; - full testing: test CPU installation, POST check, CPU detection, stability testing (Cinebench R23, Prime95, AIDA64, MemTest86+), HWiNFO voltage/temp monitoring. In Khmelnytskyi we work with all popular sockets (LGA 1700/1851, AM5, AM4, LGA 1200/1151), stock original and quality equivalent sockets, perform repair without multilayer board damage. The service often combines with PC repair, laptop repair, or CPU replacement.

When the Service is Needed

CPU socket replacement on motherboard is necessary for mechanical or electrical damage to the processor contact group. Main cases: - bent or broken pins after improper CPU mounting (especially LGA 1700/1851 with many thin pins); - corrosion or oxidation of contacts after liquid ingress, high humidity, long storage; - short circuit in socket from metal debris, screw, liquid causing pin burnout; - open or burnt individual power/signal pins after power surge, lightning, failed overclock; - board fails to detect processor, shows POST errors (00, 55, d6), no boot or unstable operation even with known-good CPU; - mechanical socket damage after system drop, impact, incorrect cooler mounting; - upgrade to new CPU with different socket (AM4 to AM5, LGA 1200 to LGA 1700) – socket swap cheaper than new board. If multimeter shows opens or shorts on Vcore/VSOC power pins, or visible damage exists – self-repair is nearly impossible without professional equipment. In Khmelnytskyi Grade recommends service at any socket damage suspicion to save a 5000–20000 UAH motherboard instead of buying new.

Work Stages

  • Diagnostics: microscopic inspection, pin continuity check with multimeter, oscilloscope signal verification, test with known-good CPU.
  • Old socket desoldering: bottom board preheat, hot air, flux, careful removal without textolite damage.
  • Pad cleaning: solder wick & vacuum, ultrasonic cleaning, 99% isopropyl.
  • New socket preparation: pin check, alignment, flux application.
  • Socket soldering: precise positioning, bottom heat + hot air, temperature control, individual pin verification.
  • Trace restoration (if needed): resoldering broken contacts, multilayer repair.
  • Cleaning & protection: flux removal, protective lacquer application.
  • Testing: test CPU install, POST, detection, stability under load (AIDA64, Prime95, Cinebench).

Work uses professional equipment and quality control at every step.

Why Choose Grade in Khmelnytskyi

Grade in Khmelnytskyi has years of experience replacing CPU sockets on motherboards across all popular platforms – Intel LGA 1700/1851/1200/115x, AMD AM5/AM4, laptop BGA (rare). We use original Lotes/Foxconn/Amphenol sockets or high-quality equivalents, professional bottom-heat soldering station, microscope, oscilloscope, and perform 100% pin verification post-soldering. Clients receive fully restored boards with guaranteed stable operation with new CPU. View reviews. We also perform PC repair, laptop repair, and software installation. Open Mon–Sun 11:00–20:00 at Panasa Myrnoho St, 31/3, Khmelnytskyi. Contact via +380 97 719 4430 or Telegram. We combine with TV repair and coffee machine repair. Grade delivers professional CPU socket replacement in Khmelnytskyi.

Easy from Anywhere in Ukraine

Not in Khmelnytskyi? Ship your motherboard or desktop via Nova Poshta – we’ll replace the CPU socket and return the hardware. Details on the page. Convenient for clients from Sumy, Kyiv, Dnipro, Lviv, Odesa. Secure packaging, insurance, full post-repair testing included. We also accept remote phone repair, charging station repair, and robot vacuum repair with delivery.

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We work with most common PC and laptop models, helping with both basic and complex software issues. You can also use remote diagnostics or Shipping via Nova Poshta (safe packaging and insurance) — it’s convenient and fast.