F5F Stay Refreshed Hardware Desktop After installing the M.2 SSD, no visual indicators or keyboard/mouse lights show up.

After installing the M.2 SSD, no visual indicators or keyboard/mouse lights show up.

After installing the M.2 SSD, no visual indicators or keyboard/mouse lights show up.

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Leeward
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06-03-2016, 09:10 PM
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Hello, I tried to improve my PC storage by adding a 500GB SSD. After installation, when I turned on the computer there was no display and most peripherals didn’t light up except headphones. I attempted several fixes—removing the CMOS battery, using only the old SSD, skipping SSDs and HDDs, taking it apart, rebooting with built-in graphics—but nothing worked. Could you assist me? My setup includes an Asus Prime A320M-K with Ryzen 5 3400G, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti, 16GB DDR4 RAM at 3000MHz, a 1TB HDD from Seagate, and a 500W power supply from Apacer Delux.
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06-03-2016, 09:10 PM #1

Hello, I tried to improve my PC storage by adding a 500GB SSD. After installation, when I turned on the computer there was no display and most peripherals didn’t light up except headphones. I attempted several fixes—removing the CMOS battery, using only the old SSD, skipping SSDs and HDDs, taking it apart, rebooting with built-in graphics—but nothing worked. Could you assist me? My setup includes an Asus Prime A320M-K with Ryzen 5 3400G, Nvidia GeForce GTX 1050 Ti, 16GB DDR4 RAM at 3000MHz, a 1TB HDD from Seagate, and a 500W power supply from Apacer Delux.

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06-04-2016, 04:50 AM
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Start with essential fundamentals. Keep the MB mounted in the case for correct electrical grounding. Connect the cable from the case to power the MB (or use a flat blade screwdriver to briefly connect two power pins on the MB, though I don't advise that). Provide power to the MB (including the 4-pin connector), CPU and RAM, USB keyboard, and monitor connected to the MB (on-board video/APU from the CPU). Disconnect everything else. Check if it powers up to a point where you can enter BIOS settings.
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06-04-2016, 04:50 AM #2

Start with essential fundamentals. Keep the MB mounted in the case for correct electrical grounding. Connect the cable from the case to power the MB (or use a flat blade screwdriver to briefly connect two power pins on the MB, though I don't advise that). Provide power to the MB (including the 4-pin connector), CPU and RAM, USB keyboard, and monitor connected to the MB (on-board video/APU from the CPU). Disconnect everything else. Check if it powers up to a point where you can enter BIOS settings.

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06-04-2016, 05:53 AM
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I followed your instructions, removed all the cables except the 4-pin ones, the case connectors, and the MB cables, leaving only the RAM and CPU. At first, the computer started but didn’t show anything on the screen and the lights weren’t working.
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MavrosGR
06-04-2016, 05:53 AM #3

I followed your instructions, removed all the cables except the 4-pin ones, the case connectors, and the MB cables, leaving only the RAM and CPU. At first, the computer started but didn’t show anything on the screen and the lights weren’t working.

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06-04-2016, 07:43 AM
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Adjust CMOS settings via jumper connections. Reset RTC memory to remove date, time, and system configuration data. The built-in cell battery maintains RAM in CMOS, storing details like passwords. To reset the RTC RAM: 1. Power down the machine and disconnect the power source. 2. Apply a metal tool to connect the two pins together. 3. Reconnect the power cord and switch the device on. 4. Press <Del> throughout startup and enter BIOS to restore settings. If unsuccessful, remove the internal battery and reapply the connection to erase CMOS data. After clearing, reinstall the battery. Do not clear RTC during system crashes from overclocking. For overclock-related failures, access the CPU Parameter Recall feature. Consult online resources for common beep codes on MB speakers to diagnose POST issues before visual output.
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DNDgaming
06-04-2016, 07:43 AM #4

Adjust CMOS settings via jumper connections. Reset RTC memory to remove date, time, and system configuration data. The built-in cell battery maintains RAM in CMOS, storing details like passwords. To reset the RTC RAM: 1. Power down the machine and disconnect the power source. 2. Apply a metal tool to connect the two pins together. 3. Reconnect the power cord and switch the device on. 4. Press <Del> throughout startup and enter BIOS to restore settings. If unsuccessful, remove the internal battery and reapply the connection to erase CMOS data. After clearing, reinstall the battery. Do not clear RTC during system crashes from overclocking. For overclock-related failures, access the CPU Parameter Recall feature. Consult online resources for common beep codes on MB speakers to diagnose POST issues before visual output.

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Aspriet
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06-04-2016, 08:11 AM
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attempted to clear the RTClock RAM but it failed. It was Christmas, many hardware shops were closed, I’m not in the USA, so I can’t place orders on Amazon, and I don’t even know how to look up that M-Box speaker in my language.
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Aspriet
06-04-2016, 08:11 AM #5

attempted to clear the RTClock RAM but it failed. It was Christmas, many hardware shops were closed, I’m not in the USA, so I can’t place orders on Amazon, and I don’t even know how to look up that M-Box speaker in my language.

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06-08-2016, 09:02 PM
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It's essentially a small speaker or piezo buzzer with two wires and a connector. Any speaker should work for basic troubleshooting. You might find these in old computers—either borrow one from a friend or buy it at a computer recycler. They're usually inexpensive, around $1 to $2, since they're no longer in use. Hope this assists you. Merry XMAS
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babamanga04
06-08-2016, 09:02 PM #6

It's essentially a small speaker or piezo buzzer with two wires and a connector. Any speaker should work for basic troubleshooting. You might find these in old computers—either borrow one from a friend or buy it at a computer recycler. They're usually inexpensive, around $1 to $2, since they're no longer in use. Hope this assists you. Merry XMAS

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