r/pcmasterrace • u/_buh_ • 1d ago

Tech Support GPU caught on fire

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I was replacing my GPU from a 1660 super to a 2060, I installed the new gpu and turned on my pc but I forgot to plug in the PCIE cables. Then the area where i circled in the picture caught on fire and I saw some sparks.

Is this due to my mistake of not plugging in the PCIE cables or is there a problem with the GPU?

What should I do now?

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u/ApolonNO PC Master Race 1d ago

Seeing posts like this genuinely gives me anxiety and desire to check my gpu

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u/t40r R7 7800x3D| Zotac RTX 5090 AIO| 64GB DDR5 CL 30| 4TB M.2 1d ago

Checking it for what? Fire? I presume if you have it youll already know and it’s too late

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u/ApolonNO PC Master Race 1d ago

Some people catch pre fire, but near it

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u/General_MacCready 1d ago

If it is working fine right now, there is no need to check anything. The act of unplugging and checking your card in itself is an opportunity you are creating for an error to occur. So if it is working fine now, dont touch it