Challenge in enhancing Ryzen 2600 to 3600
Challenge in enhancing Ryzen 2600 to 3600
Return or RMA the b550M, stating it arrived damaged. Discard the 3600 unit. It seems every board containing the 3600 fails after installation. The 2600 model is functional, which makes sense—logic points to the 3600 as problematic. Consider upgrading to a 5600 for a cost-effective replacement that works well with the B550M and 3070. Avoid further modifications; switch to new components and move forward.
It seems you might have missed a connection somewhere, like the CPU fan. Regarding the BIOS, you mentioned updating it on the previous motherboard before installing the new CPU. On the new board, you’re assuming the BIOS included should function correctly. I’d like to verify the BIOS version thoroughly, even if it’s tricky without any visible output. Please double-check all connections and cables. Also, as a note, resetting the BIOS/CMOS often requires removing the battery for a few minutes and then reapplying power—something I had to do on my old B350M MSI board.
I tried my backup approach after confirming the BIOS update was applied. I used the @bios tool from my motherboard, but results are unclear. According to this page, it supports my 3600 model. I plan to inspect my cables—some extensions are present, but not for the CPU. It seems the usual components aren’t working. I’ll switch to the battery from my previous motherboard until further resolved.
nowadays the CMOS battery often fails, consider disconnecting the CMOS pins on the motherboard.
Follow Dedayog's instructions, inform the board it arrived damaged, discard the 3600, and purchase a 5600 at a lower price. Also, acquire used items on eBay to have the option to return if issues arise.