• Faulty or Leaking Electrolytic Capacitors

Some hard drive PCBs may contain faulty or leaking electrolytic capacitors, which can negatively impact drive performance or prevent it from functioning. These capacitors may exhibit issues such as bulging, leaking, or even exploding, potentially damaging other components on the motherboard. Users should inspect their capacitors regularly and replace any that are faulty or leaking to avoid damage or system instability.