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    Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

    Hey Guys!
    I have an old MSI MS-6540. I have 4 capacitors busted. What I see on them are: 1500uf 16v, 105c H0427, HM(M) size is 10mm x 20mm

    All other capacitors look normal. Should I replace with the exact same type or should I go with Poly? If Poly, is preferred, is there a certain one to go with? What do they run price wise and where do I get it?

    Thanks!
    Last edited by fastvan67; 03-20-2011, 02:17 PM.
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    #2
    Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

    These old ones sound like Nichicon? If yes, that batch of caps are known to be problematic.

    You can use Rubycon MCZ sold here at badcaps.net (assuming the diameter and height fit).

    https://www.badcaps.net/store/produc...products_id=38
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      #3
      Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

      That was Quick! Is there a solid version of this or should I just leave it like it is? Its a High performance system even though its an old P4
      P4 Extreme 3.4ghz
      4gb RAM

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        #4
        Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

        16V caps? that's on the CPU VRM input side (basically directly after the 4pin 12V plug)
        no real benefit putting polys there. on the VRM output side though, those would be an upgrade (if it doesn't have polys or high-end lytics there already..)

        if you really want polys there..:
        https://www.badcaps.net/store/produc...products_id=78

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          #5
          Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

          Ok, so the Rubycon that retiredcaps suggestion is what I'm gonna go with. Thank You much for your valuable Input!

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            #6
            Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

            Here is the info regarding the Nichicon bad batch with its series and date codes.

            https://www.badcaps.net/forum/showth...=nichicon+2004
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              #7
              Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

              You could do Rubycons, Nichicon HNs, HMs, Panasonic FMs (Maybe)...among others.

              I think that was a bad batch of Nichicons from back in the day. Doesn't really happen anymore. Nichicon is solid. My favorite cap brand.

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                #8
                Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

                Thanks guys.. Already ordered a set of Rubycon.. wish me luck!

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                  #9
                  Re: Recap a MS-6540 with Poly?

                  Originally posted by fastvan67 View Post
                  wish me luck!

                  Good luck!


                  One tip I'd like to mention is double check you've installed the capacitor is the correct polarity BEFORE soldering it in position
                  Viva LA Retro!

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