I replace lots of bad caps on motherboards. Most will split and leak out the top. I work on security DVRs. They use a standard motherboard, different brands, all have shown failure in the electrolytic caps. Different problems will develop, depending on what failed. Take a good soldering iron and great care but they can be replaced. Most are 6.5v 1000, 1500 or 2200uf. If your computer is running slow or has booting problems, check the caps. I have replaced 50 or more last year. Most of these machines run 24-7, which may be why I see so much failure. They also fail on video cards. Sometimes its cheaper to buy a new card than replace the caps. Robert
