After adjusting RAM speeds, the PC fails to boot.
After adjusting RAM speeds, the PC fails to boot.
I've upgraded my Corsair Vengeance with 16GB RAM (2x8GB) and a 3000Mhz processor. In the BIOS I adjusted the memory speed from 2133 to 3000, but after that my PC won't start or boot into Windows. I've reconnected everything, tried different slots, listened for odd sounds, held the power button when unplugged, and even booted into safe mode without success. This is my second issue with it—last time I resolved it by replacing the motherboard from Amazon. Now my warranty is over, and I'm really worried. At 15, I don’t have the funds or parts to fix this further, so I’m considering giving up. Also, I’m curious why changing RAM speed to its rated rate could cause such problems. It doesn’t seem logical.
Does your motherboard include a BIOS switch or a power cell? If yes, attempt to change the BIOS using the physical switch when the computer is powered down. If you don’t have it securely removed, carefully take out the BIOS battery from the motherboard (typically round) and reinsert it. This should usually restore all BIOS settings back to their original state.
Are you sure? My old Intel quad setup would just restart the BIOS if I unplugged the battery, took off the charger, and kept pressing that power button nonstop—you might even notice it briefly powers up while it’s off.
Sure, I understand. It's fine; you're always right about the newer system.
You're puzzled about the boot issues despite confirming hardware compatibility. It's understandable to feel frustrated when problems repeat. Let's review the setup and see if we can identify any overlooked factors. Have you checked the BIOS settings for any errors or mismatches? Also, ensure all cables are securely connected and the power supply is functioning properly. If the issue persists, consider testing with a different RAM module or power supply to rule out hardware faults.
I checked the CMOS and placed a screwdriver over the two pins but it didn’t make any difference. After taking out the BIOS battery for about ten minutes and putting it back in, the issue persisted. When I power on the PC, the keyboard LEDs light up quickly—usually within a couple of seconds—but no input is registered, and the mouse doesn’t respond either. Everything seems to be functioning normally otherwise. I’m puzzled as this happened more than once.
Keep the PC running until the monitor turns off. If it does, reset the CMOS for a bit longer. Let the board sit for 120 seconds. (Joking) I'm trying a single Corsair Vengeance LED 3000mhz right now. It's been a bumpy ride—have reset the CMOS three times already with this stick. For more details, check out the link. What kind of motherboard are you using? I saw the specs in the post. Asus B450m-a/csm