I decided to measure my graphic card because I wanted to buy a new one. I did this with a measurer with a metal tip, so I made sure I touched grounding with it and myself. (Probably didn't do this properly) And also I was stupid enough to do this while my computer was powered, because I was thinking I'd just measure it quickly.
However, I ended up accidentally touching the components with the metal tip (Unsure if I hit my graphic card or motherboard). So my computer shut off immediately and something made a sparking sound. Also there was a burnt smell. Which I guess would suggest whatever I touched is broken. (My computer doesn't start up at all now, which leads me to believe I hit my motherboard?)
My main question here is: Whichever I touched (graphic card or motherboard), did it destroy my entire computer or just that particular part (meaning I can just simply replace that part and it's good to go.)
Any help and suggestions is appreciated, thanks.
However, I ended up accidentally touching the components with the metal tip (Unsure if I hit my graphic card or motherboard). So my computer shut off immediately and something made a sparking sound. Also there was a burnt smell. Which I guess would suggest whatever I touched is broken. (My computer doesn't start up at all now, which leads me to believe I hit my motherboard?)
My main question here is: Whichever I touched (graphic card or motherboard), did it destroy my entire computer or just that particular part (meaning I can just simply replace that part and it's good to go.)
Any help and suggestions is appreciated, thanks.
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