Antminer – Hashboard Short Circuit
hashboard power short detected
Critical — Immediate action required
Symptoms
- PSU clicks or trips when hashboard is connected
- Smoke or burning smell from hashboard
- Miner fails to power on with affected board installed
Step-by-Step Fix
STOP — Do NOT continue powering the miner. A short can cause further damage.
Remove the affected hashboard from the miner.
Visually inspect for burnt components, discolored PCB areas, or damaged traces.
Do NOT attempt to repair a shorted hashboard yourself unless you have BGA rework experience.
Send the hashboard to a professional repair center for diagnosis.
When to Seek Professional Repair
If the steps above do not resolve the issue, or if you are not comfortable performing these repairs yourself, professional service is recommended. Attempting advanced repairs without proper equipment can cause further damage.
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