Place the PCB on a pre-heater at 100°C for 5 minutes to remove moisture. This prevents the board from delaminating when you apply heat.
Always flash the BIOS to the latest version after repairing the hardware. The V2 boards have a specific EC firmware update that changes the fan curve to blow air across the Top PCB rather than away from it, drastically improving the lifespan of your repair. Disclaimer: This guide is for informational purposes. Modifying or repairing PCBs carries the risk of permanent damage. Always use proper ESD protection. bkm33btv2pcb top
Switch your multimeter to continuity mode. Probe the large inductors (marked "R22" or "R15") next to the CPU. If they beep against ground, you have a short. Place the PCB on a pre-heater at 100°C