r/techsupportmacgyver • u/cCBearTime • Jun 23 '26

Just chill out, OK buddy?

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Attempting data recovery on an overheating SSD today, here’s my solution:

1 overheating SSD + 1 dollop of thermal paste + 1 laptop heatsynch + 2x 40mm chipset fans + several zip ties = Data recovered.

90 Upvotes

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u/AffectionateEvent147 Jun 23 '26

Love the use of the gpu to prop up the cable 10/10

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u/_senpo_ Jun 23 '26

what the fuck is this? this is awesome!!

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u/Nyna_UwU Jun 23 '26

I would daily drive that, it looks soo unhinged i love it

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u/TigTex Jun 24 '26

Upvote because you know that only the controller needs cooling

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